WS-KC-2004

Black

2004Men

white floral up front, then floral, settling into powdery.

Black by Kenneth Cole is a Floral fragrance for women. Black was launched in 2004. The nose behind this fragrance is Amandine Clerc-Marie. Top notes are Violet and Citruses; middle notes are White Flowers, Tuberose, Jasmine, Hiacynth, Magnolia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Lotus, Ylang-Ylang and Iris; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood and Amber.…

white floral floral powdery tuberose

Nose: Amandine Clerc-Marie

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Violet, Citruses
Heart· 2–4h
White Flowers, Tuberose, Jasmine, Hiacynth, Magnolia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Lotus, Ylang-Ylang, Iris
Drydown· 6h+
Musk, Sandalwood, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

63%

32%

29%

28%

22%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring31%Fall24%Summer24%Winter21%Day57%Night43%Wears female64%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Kenneth Cole picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Black smell like?

white floral up front, then floral, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: white floral, floral, powdery.

What notes are in Black?

Top: Violet, Citruses. Heart: White Flowers, Tuberose, Jasmine, Hiacynth, Magnolia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Lotus, Ylang-Ylang, Iris. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Amber.

How long does Black last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Black loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Black best for?

Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 24%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Black?

Day wear leads at 57%. Night is a secondary pick at 43%.

Is Black for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 64% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Black?

Composed by Amandine Clerc-Marie. Released in 2004.