Vilhelm Parfumerie 2015 EDP
Black Citrus
Vilhelm Parfumerie Black Citrus is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Jérôme Epinette. Black Citrus opens with Bergamot and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Mate and Violet, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Birch. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Black Citrus carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.
A divisive take on citrus, Black Citrus promises a dark, complex journey that doesn't quite land for everyone. Some find it a sophisticated, smoky bergamot dream, while others are left with a fleeting, generic scent or even 'cheap body spray' vibes. Definitely not a blind buy.What our verdicts mean →
- Bold
- Mysterious
- Modern
- Edgy
- Clean
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.
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Performance & Mood
Performance
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Best Occasions
Its clean, fresh opening combined with an interesting dry-down makes it suitable for an office, though some find it too prominent. The darker, woody accords lend it well to date nights, while its versatile nature fits casual wear. It's too distinct and potentially polarising for formal events, and certainly not built for sport.
Declarable allergens
We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.
Declarable under EU Annex III
- Bergamot
The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this
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