Bvlgari Man In Black

Alright, so I'm making my way back here to give this a more adequate review now that the weather for me is starting to cool down significantly... Was surprised at the performance of this. I sprayed a little more modestly after seeing around maybe 2022, there was some mysterious batch change that made this into shit, after research, I learned my bottle is from 2020, so maybe that says something? Though I'm skeptical of yall with your batch talk after seeing some reviews of other frags... Lol. First of all, the smell this has, is different. I initially labeled it as a boozy kind of spicy vibe. I like it quite a bit, but it kept leaving me feel like I needed something more? Like there was a note or something that this was missing that it just needed to send it over the cliff, but that note never came. Thats not really a bad thing, maybe the newer parfum has this note. But what I got from this, was on opening, a very spicy boozy feel, that shifts into the same booziness, but extremely powdery with some spiciness added in as it dries down. My only real complaint with it, is that I kept feeling as though I wasn't quite of age to wear this one yet. I'm 31 so it felt like the vibe, but I'm learning I may have to let this one sit for a little longer or maybe hit a super cold winter day with it and maybe I won't have that feeling. Lol. That isn't so much a complaint with this, I like how it smells, and it smells amazing for what it is, but idk maybe another year or so and I'll think different here. So I guess what I'm saying, is if you are younger than maybe 30, probably stick to the spicebomb extreme. :P Longevity was good for me... Again bottle is 2020, so its got a few years, but I sprayed this on at 3 pm today, and as I write this at almost 12:30 am, I am still detecting its powdery goodness. Sillage is good, maybe more moderate than strong, but it seems to stay pretty moderate through most of its longevity. Only a couple of times during my wearing was I kind of wondering where it went, only to be greeted by it shorty there after. All in all, I like this, I want to love it, but I don't yet, and I think its entirely because I'm just too young still for this one. Will be coming back to it when its even colder, and when I'm another year older :P

I can’t really say anything more than what has already been said but I do want to mention how great I think this scent is.... I’m a big fan of Spicebomb, Pulse of the Night, Herod, Oajan, Habdan, Carlisle, Blessed Baraka, Side Effect, Rehab, Dior Homme Intense, Guerlain L’homme Ideal EDP, Philipp Plein No Limits, and this fits right in there with them, I pick up on similarities between each one. The opening is just magnificent, I really enjoy it. I get a nice big blast of warm spices, rum and a clean tobacco leaf with a waxy, leathery undertone. Within moments the powdery iris and a slightly indolic tuberose show up, which I just love, adding a very pleasant floral nature to the mix while retaining its sensuality and masculinity. The base of tonka, guaiac wood and benzoin perfectly compliments the rest of the composition, leaving you with a slightly sweet, creamy, earthy, leathery, gentlemanly and seductive aura. I get average performance from my more recent batch, I’d say around 6-7 hours. Spraying my clothes might stretch it an extra hour or so but it’s still not crazy strong, which to some might be a good thing. I feel this is a more refined, mature take in comparison to Spicebomb, so if you feel that’s a bit too sweet and youthful, or even aggressive, Man In Black is different enough and at its price point it’s certainly worth looking in to. Great for business professionals or more rugged individuals who don’t want something too fresh and sporty, yet enjoy more traditional scents, maybe even classic fougere’s but want something more modern, sexy and alluring. This is better suited for the colder months. Perfect for fall and winter, day and night. All in all, this has been brilliantly executed at the hands of master perfumer Alberto Morillas and one he should be very proud of. Ps. The sprayers for these bottles can be kind of finicky... they’ll either provide a nice even distribution if pressed down more aggressively, or shoot out across the room like a jet stream if pressed down slow and gently. There’s really no in between.

So, my review feels way overdue for this fragrance. I got my bottle of Bvlgari Man In Black around August 2022, and it quickly became one of my favorites. From the first spray, this fragrance makes a bold statement. The opening is intense, with warm spices and boozy rum creating a rich, smoky aura that feels luxurious and commanding. After 45-60 minutes, the fragrance smooths out, becoming more refined. The rum and spice give way to sweetness from tonka bean and tuberose, balancing the initial intensity. As it evolves, deeper leathery notes emerge, adding sophistication. The leather has a slightly black, rubbery edge to it, possibly due to the rum and guaiac wood mixing with the leather. It gives the fragrance a unique, edgy complexity, perfect for colder weather or evening wear. If you enjoy Spicebomb Extreme, you’ll find similarities here. Both share a spicy, warm core with a vanilla-style sweetness, but Man In Black feels more mature, with dark rum and leather providing a deeper, more refined profile. Projection is strong for the first 45 minutes, then settles into a 2-foot scent bubble. Longevity is around 7-8 hours on skin (not much longer on clothes), though the last 2 hours are more of a skin scent, with a woody, sweet base that lingers close. I like to wear this after priming my skin with Iso E Super body lotion, which helps the fragrance perform better overall. The name *Man In Black* is perfectly matched to the fragrance, as it would be ideal for a black-tie event or similar occasions—classy, bold, and sophisticated. Overall score: 9/10. Especially from discounters, this fragrance offers great value for its price. It’s bold, refined, and long-lasting, with a perfect balance of maturity and opulence. Highly recommended! (Tip: For better projection, always double-spray each area you choose to apply it!)

Bvlgari Man In Black is a fragrance that stands out from the first spray. Its opening is warm, intense and slightly sweet thanks to the bold combination of rum, tobacco and spices. The rum brings a bohemian and exotic air, while the tobacco adds a mysterious and masculine touch, very well balanced by the spices that warm and intrigue. Performance Projection: High in the first 2 hours, with a striking and masculine trail. Long-lasting: Excellent. It easily lasts between 8 and 10 hours on the skin, and can exceed this on clothes. Evolution: Complex and interesting. It is not linear; there is a clear transition between the phases of the fragrance, which demonstrates a refined construction. Ideal Occasions Bvlgari Man In Black is an evening perfume par excellence. Ideal for: Social events or evening dates Fancy dinners or elegant parties Cool or mild climates (autumn and winter) Avoid using it on very hot days or indoors during the summer, as it can become suffocating. Bvlgari Man In Black is a bold, sophisticated and captivating fragrance. Perfect for the modern man who wants to make a statement with elegance and a touch of rebellion. Its rich construction and excellent performance make it one of the most iconic perfumes from the Bvlgari house. It is not for everyone — it is intense, complex and carries a powerful signature. But for those who identify with its proposal, it becomes unforgettable. Final Score: 9/10

Totally disappointing. I hope this review helps. I bought a bottle in late August, I opened it, sprayed it a few times to smell it and let it sit until November 30, which is the day I wanted to wear it for the first time, at a wedding. I sprayed it a few times in my room during that period just to enjoy the fragrance. The day came and I wore this, sprayed it on me like 14, 15 times, maybe more, I was wearing a suit for the wedding. To my surprise, projection was nonexistent and longevity was really poor, maybe 3 hours. I wore it again the next day and today with a shirt and had the same result. Super disappointed with this, since the smell is absolutely fantastic. I also have Bvlgari Blv and it has the same issue. However, being a blue, fresh fragrance, this kinda performance is expected from it. I never expected a fragrance of this profile to have such a poor performance on me, especially after 3 months of oxidation. And for the price it goes, I feel like I got ripped off. Oh, and the atomizer is trash. It’s not a spray, it’s a spring, a stream. Scent - 10 Projection - 3 Longevity - 3 Smells great in the air but test it out on yourself with a decant so you can check the performance before buying, ESPECIALLY for the price point it goes.There are sooooo many cheaper, great scents with much better projection and longevity.