Black Violet
woody up front, then citrus, settling into violet.
About
Black Violet by Tom Ford is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Black Violet was launched in 2007. Black Violet was created by Clement Gavarry and Pascal Gaurin. Top notes are Fruity Notes, Citruses and Bergamot; middle note is Violet; base notes are oak moss and Woodsy Notes.
Noses: Clement Gavarry · Pascal Gaurin
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Black Violet smell like?
woody up front, then citrus, settling into violet. Dominant accords: woody, citrus, violet.
What notes are in Black Violet?
Top: Fruity Notes, Citruses, Bergamot. Heart: Violet. Base: oak moss, Woodsy Notes.
How long does Black Violet last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Violet loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Black Violet best for?
Fall is the top pick (37%). Winter is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Violet?
Night wear leads at 60%. Day is a secondary pick at 40%.
Is Black Violet for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 58% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Violet?
Composed by Clement Gavarry and Pascal Gaurin. Released in 2007.
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