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Ghostly, Luminous & Wistful... A Floral scent by Amandine Clerc-Marie with a timeless, achingly wistful yet luminous quality, and I could imagine smelling this on set of The Phantom of the Opera (film 2004) which came out the same year. Opens with a floral burst of violet accented with citrus. The quickly transitions to the white-floral heart, of predominantly tuberose, jasmine & hyacinth. The blend here is ghostly, ethereal & contemporary, and I get an overall effect that's near lily. The floral support base of musky sandalwood and amber is fluffy, diffuse & soft. Performance is moderate for year round wear. Overall: gorgeous, ghostly & luminous contemporary-white-floral scent with average or slightly above average performance. It's a love for me. Enjoy! Contrast to Pure Poison Dior: These are different, but there are similarities with a contemporary white-floral. Pure Poison has more forward citrus & powdery accords with a 'snow' vibe to my nose, while Black has a more forward tuberose with a 'ghostly' vibe. Pure Poison has a stronger sillage & longevity. Update 06/19/25: Sprayed this on today. Has quite a light feeling for white florals with some watery tones (likely from lotus). The tuberose here is the gentler, lighter, fluffier side of tuberose. There's a passing similarities to other Kenneth Cole fragrances for women (Reaction Kenneth Cole) but this is fleeting. The white florals are somewhat blurred together in a nice way, and jasmine steps forward - maybe ahead of tuberose at times Very easy to wear for people on the fence about white florals, but if you're craving a distinct tuberose you might not be satisfied. Would layer well though with other tuberose or white floral scents. Still a love.

I'm confused why this fragrance gets so much hate. It's a really, really lovley Fragrance. It's nothing that hasn't been done before, but it's just sooo nice. It's such an EASY going floral fragrance. It's not heady, thick, challenging, or cloying in anyway. It's got very mild citruses, soft florals, and a tiny bit of a sunscreen quality. This sits pretty close to the skin, and it doesn't change a whole lot. This is such an easy going scent. This is one of those fragrances that are absolutely perfect when you don't know what to wear, but you still want to smell nice in an effortless way. It's also really good on those days when most scents become really overwhelming, and you just want something mild to wear. This is soft and comforting. I honestly adore this. It's so well balanced that it's almost impossible to pick out individual notes. It's blended to perfection. It's not too fruity, it's not too sweet, it's not too floral. It's honestly just right.

This was my signature around the time I turned 21, way back in 2006. I wanted a more adult perfume to enter this new phase, and after a long deliberation at the perfume counter, decided upon this beauty. It felt so feminine and fresh, bright and sunny, but still a little reserved; perfect for me at that age. There is a slightly green accord that makes this really interesting to me, and that dry down....it's my favorite part. This is such an easy reach in all weather, for every occasion. They still make this, but it's truly not the same though so close. Original formula bottles (look for bottles made by Lancaster Group, not Parlux!) are still going for stupid cheap on the gray market; I finally caved and bought a full 3.4 oz off Mercari for $14 and it's everything I remember and loved. And considering new bottles are going for about the same on Ross shelves, seriously take the gamble on a vintage and test this beauty out for yourself.

I was obsessed with this scent in middle school but never got to buy it. I’m so tempted to buy it now. I do still like and occasionally wear most of the perfumes I used back then. I can only faintly recall the scent and my juvenile nose didn’t know what it was but I knew it was damn good and I remember thinking it smelled so sexy. That’s part of the reason I couldn’t get anyone to buy it for me... it’s all coming back now! Edit: Purchased a 1oz bottle for $10 just in case I didn’t love it like I used to... well, I’m going back for the full size! This is so sensual and sexy to me! It’s like a dark floral with some warm musk to keep it from going too overboard. I’m not great at describing scents but oh man, I’m so glad I bought this! It’s finally mine! My 8th grade dream has come true! I’m going to find a smaller size to purchase and see if I love it like I did back then.

I own KC Black and KC White, and in my opinion the juice of Black belongs in the White bottle, and vice-versa! Black is a fresh, clear and crisp floral, almost aquatic in that it brings to mind a cool, energizing shower. It's really refreshing, which must be the citrus, and upon drydown, it's got a cozy side to it - as a comment below mentioned, like the sun on fresh, clean laundry. It's a really nice scent - again, not what I would associate with the word "Black." Giving my wrist another sniff, the drydown is starting to bring to mind one of my all-time favorites, DKNY Pure. It's got that same clear, crisp and cozy vibe that I get from Pure. This is a really nice scent, suitable for all seasons - even winter, when you need a burst of sunshine on a snowy, drab day - starts out fresh, dries down cozy. Will definitely buy this again when I run out!

Masterpiece. Period. I bought it yesterday on sale, and boy, oh, boy, I remembered this perfume well, even though I had it ten years ago. The white flowers are so well blended that you can feel Jasmin, but it is not overpowering. This is a sexy, close-to-skin perfume with a very sophisticated polish vibe. After so many cheap-smelling vanilla scents on the market and a mass hysteria for food-smelling scents, - this is a relief. It smells like a second skin because the florals are so smoothed, and musk is only peeping through them. There is no sharp musk here, but it is here for sex appeal. That's how I wanna smell in the morning, when I come to the bathroom in panties, with his white shirt over my shoulders. And, of course, in the evening when I lie in bed. And at the meeting, when I present a new project. And... Masterpiece.

I had this, used it up and never thought about revisiting it, even though I loved it. Well, I got to thinking about this frag for some reason or another, and decided a revisit wouldn't be a bad idea. I really love the rich, warm aroma that exudes from this fragrance. I can't believe I never thought about repurchasing it! The white flowers are very noticeable in this frag and some say it's too sharp, but I don't get any sharpness at all. After it settles, it's this warm, sexy amber/sandalwood combo on my skin. I always got compliments when I owned it the first time, especially from men. Great fall/winter frag that has great sillage and longevity for those cooler temps.

Sprayed this on today. Has quite a light feeling for white florals with some watery tones (likely from lotus). The tuberose here is the gentler, lighter, fluffier side of tuberose. There's a passing similarities to other Kenneth Cole fragrances for women (Reaction Kenneth Cole) but this is fleeting. The white florals are somewhat blurred together in a nice way, and jasmine steps forward - maybe ahead of tuberose at times. Very easy to wear for people on the fence about white florals, but if you're craving a distinct tuberose you might not be satisfied. Would layer well though with other tuberose or white floral scents. Still a love. Original review 11/25/23.

I have loved this scent since I first tried it back in 2005. I was waiting for a flight to Osaka in the San Francisco airport and decided to give myself a treat from Duty Free. I fell in love with this and the original Marc Jacobs scent, which is rather similar. Kenneth Cole Black won out. This is a gorgeous fragrance and I am happy to have it part of my arsenal again. It IS rather weaker than what I remember, but who cares? For as cheap as it is, I throw it into my handbag and refresh throughout the day with no worries whatsoever. This is an elegant, delicious fragrance and for the price? A real winner.

I bought this along with White July 4th 2015, so I've been rocking this for 3 years. Its the best White Floral I've ever worn. Somehow this manages to be very floral but not at all stomach turning. It is not an aquatic, but it does have a water with floral feeling, like your watering the garden, or sitting next to a river with a bouquet of flowers. My Mom loves White Shoulders, and this shares a lot of notes. If you like that classic you'll enjoy Black as its got the white floral vibe but in an updated way. I highly recommend, I reach for this often, its a no brainer.

I’ve own this for a while but never really used it. If you like white floral adn a bit of yellow floral thrown in you will love this. this is a floral bomb in my eyes and on me. It’s a juicy white floral, if that makes sense. I think from the Lily of the valley and lotus combination. I do not like lotus in fragrances but in here it’s ok and sits in the corner. This should be worn on a spring and summer day. In winter I would wear it in the evening. This is very feminine scent IMHO. Recommended 7/10 Nothing unusual at all

this definitely has to be one of my favorites. The dark seductive smell is simply irresistible. My mother used to own a bottle, i had borrowed it from her for a certain occasion and since then i just couldn't let go. I usually like fruity smells, but this floral one is really like no other. I still put it on when i want to feel sexy and specially on nights when I'm in party mood.

This is just a beautiful scent. All white floral. All feminine. I suspect this will become a staple in my wardrobe since often in the office I am dressed in drab gray & black neutrals. The femininity of this will be the perfect contrast. Love it! Also of interest....many very floral scents irritate my allergies. No impact in this one. I've finally found a floral I can wear. :)

I get lots of jasmine and hyacinth but it's not overpowering and though I Normally dislike florals I kinda like this one because it's a light floral, very springlike and pretty. I think it's very similar to Michael by Michael Korrs. I think this perfume might be good for layering too. I'll either get a tester or a bottle, it seems to be a keeper...so far. 8/10

I almost didn't even try this. I am a "white" perfume girl and shy away from the "blacks". I sprayed some on a sampler and waited for the spice, the patchouli, the amber, the heady musk. Instead I got stunning white flowers. Jasmine, tuberose, magnolia, lily of the valley. Gorgeous. I could not buy this fast enough. New favorite. <3

This should be called White for all of the soft beautiful florals. Lots of Tuberose. I cannot get enough of this scent. So soft and feminine. I LOVE IT! Masterpiece of a scent in my opinion and it does not copy another scent!! Very original and perfect! Way to go K. Cole!

it is very close to my dream perfume....i love lily of the valley,and i like it how they made it in this perfume. sadly it does not resist more then 1 or 2 hours on my skin.i am gonna try it again in a few years ,maybe i have better luck.

I love this as a post shower freshie. Relaxing. Reminds me of night blooming jasmine from bath and body works in the 90s. Relaxing, clean, not cloying. Good bedtime fragrance. Grab the bargain if you like that note and find this. Dreamy.

i think, this is one of my favorite. warm, natural and sex-appeal. combines urbanocentrism and naturalism in one bottle! awesome for spring and summer, but better for days. i wonder why it is called so "nightly"...

This is more of a tropical night in the darkest of skies in my favorite Eden, Hawaii. Maybe a black night in Mauna Kea but not BLACK as in dirty or dark. This is pure jasminey tuberose. Very very nice