Saint Hilaire 2018 EDP

M £ Favourite

Private Black

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes, accords and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

Saint Hilaire Private Black is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Private Black opens with Spicy and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Cinnamon and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Musk. Saint Hilaire's Private Black carries a Favourite verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This is for the person who likes a dark, warm, and spicy fragrance with an animalic edge. It's an affordable alternative to more expensive scents in the 'Noir' family, delivering potent performance and a complex, old-school charm that some will adore and others might find a bit dated.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
Check price on → Check prices ↓
Private Black Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Musky
83%
Oud
75%
Amber
68%
Powdery
62%
Metallic
49%

ScentArt

Full Screen What is ScentArt?

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong, dense, and dark oriental character, coupled with decent longevity, makes it less suited for a professional office setting where subtlety is preferred. However, it excels in colder weather and evening events, such as dates or formal gatherings, where its mysterious and sophisticated aroma can truly shine. Some reviewers note it's versatile enough for day or night in cooler seasons.

Similar

Compare

Layer

Wear two at once. See what layers well with Private Black Eau de Parfum - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.

Complement

Round out the rotation. See what complements Private Black Eau de Parfum - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.

Where to buy

Some links earn us a commission if you buy - it never affects your price or how we rank these

Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on →
Lowest Upfront £12.00 The Fragrance Shop - 100ml Buy Best Value £12.00 The Fragrance Shop - 100ml - £0.12/ml Buy
also worth checking
Check price on →

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

About

Opens with a brisk, peppery spice, underpinned by the bright, zesty whisper of bergamot. The heart unfolds into a rich tapestry of warm cinnamon and exotic saffron, adding a sweet and subtly leathery nuance. As it settles, a deep, earthy oud merges with a powerful, sensual musk, softened by a touch of amber, creating a profound and enveloping dry-down.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.