Victorinox Swiss Army 2020 Edt

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Black Steel

by Daphné Bugey

Victorinox Swiss Army Black Steel is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020, created by Daphné Bugey. Black Steel opens with Ginger and Pepper, settles into a heart of Leather and Larch, and dries down to a base of Almond and Pine. Victorinox Swiss Army's Black Steel carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

This cheapie is an underrated gem, offering a great spicy-woody experience at an incredible price point. Don't expect beast mode performance, but it's a classy, versatile scent that punches well above its weight.
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Masculine
  • Modern
Black Steel Eau de Toilette bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4%
Floral 0%
Fruity 0%
Green 9%
Sweet 11%
Warm 32%
Woody 30%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 15%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and intimate sillage make it suitable for office wear, as it's unlikely to offend. The warm, woody accords lend themselves well to casual and date settings, though its generally quiet nature means it won't dominate a formal event.

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About

Opens with a lively pop of fresh ginger and black pepper, adding a vibrant zing before settling into a distinguished heart of smooth leather and the unique, woody depth of larch. The dry down introduces a subtle nutty sweetness from almond, beautifully blended with earthy pine, creating an outdoorsy, refined masculine scent that's warm without being heavy. It’s got a clean, aromatic backbone that prevents it from feeling too dense.