Back to Black
sweet up front, then honey, settling into tobacco.
About
Back to Black by By Kilian is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Back to Black was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Calice Becker. The fragrance features White Honey, Tobacco, Cherry, Vanilla, Raspberry, Almond, Gingerbread, Amber, Tonka Bean, Nutmeg, Benzoin, Chamomile, Saffron, Cardamom, Olibanum,…
Nose: Calice Becker
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Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More By Kilian picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Back to Black smell like?
sweet up front, then honey, settling into tobacco. Dominant accords: sweet, honey, tobacco.
How long does Back to Black last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Back to Black loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Back to Black best for?
Winter is the top pick (45%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Back to Black?
Night wear leads at 70%. Day is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Back to Black for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Back to Black?
Composed by Calice Becker. Released in 2009.
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