Black No. 05

Initially I was disappointed. I've smelled this before! Wasn't that the Amouage Epic Man Oud I smelled? And this other note, I know that vetiver from someplace... After an hour, my opinion changed, and disappointment was replaced by admiration. Dark, earthy, sweet, clean, and with a sharp note in there that I can't place. This is very masculine according to my girlfriend. Others have described this scent as fitting of it's monicker "black", I'm not sure about that. But it is dark, with vetiver and oud mixing perfectly. Yet to describe this as an oud or vetiver does a disservice to what PD has created. There's so much more going on. Having worn this scent on and off for about a week now, I'm not picking up the oud as much as I did when I first wore it, instead it's that earlier mentioned sweetness with a touch of sour. Seems like a very complex and rich perfume, and immensely enjoyable. When I don't wear it, I want to. When I do wear it, I look forward to the continuous wafts of... whatever note I don't know what it is hitting my nose. Black has gotten into my head, and I'm glad it's there. After the first hour of moderate projection it becomes a skin scent, and from there it lasts all day and all night, with the scent still lingering on my arm after a good nights rest. So far all that I've asked have been very impressed with it's smell, from family and friends, to the SA at Neiman's, everyone likes it. And I do love it. This scent is appropriate for every occasion since I'm the only one likely to enjoy it, along with anyone who happens to hug me. So far no one has noticed the fragrance without me getting in close and pointing it out. I'm a fan of M. If M is the James Bond of perfume, announcing it's presence strongly, then what would Black be? Perhaps Tom Cruise at the masquerade ball in Eyes Wide Shut... Puredistance has combined otherwise familiar scents into something that's wholly new for me. I'm looking forward to other people's reviews to get a better understanding of what the notes are and if this fragrance has been done before since I'm fairly new to the fragrance game. For now, I will do as Puredistance asks and not analyze it any further, and just experience their newest creation with myself and my SO. Overall: 4.5/5 Scent: 4.5/5 Longevity: 5/5 Projection: 2/5

I tend to like my perfume to speak for me -- as volubly as possible, with sillage visible on regional Doppler. This subdued, "whispering" mystery scent represents a significant departure from that ideal. On application, the aptly-named Black is cool, dark, equally piquant and sweet. There's a pinch of oud (to which I'm very sensitive), a curl of incense, a brush of something green and earthy which others have called vetiver but feels to me like an abstract and clean patchouli, a slice of ripe plum, and a sprinkle of cardamom and saffron. All these are miraculously contained by a cordon of 15-denier amber, each note clearly perceptible, none shouldering forward. Its timbre calls to mind Black Afgano, but at late-night-TV volume, down the hall and on the other side of a door. Around the one-hour mark, a sueded leathery vanillic cloud (tolu balsam?) condenses and hovers. At home, I'd grab my MAC MV3 for comparison. The aura clings close, woods and smoke and amber -- and the plum, now dry and lightly spiced -- still in attendance, albeit semi-transparent, mutable. Fashionably late to the party are a boozy bourbon note and a trace of benzoin, further warming and softening the lengthy drydown. My fragrance-devouring skin took the better part of a day to consume Black entirely. True to the marketing, this is a majestic yet intimate scent, with qualities like velvet: rich and subtly lustrous, susceptible to the angle of the light, drawing in rather than projecting. It doesn't come to you; you have to seek it out... let your attention shift, then inhale deeply and realise it's as present as ever. TL;DR: ultra-smooth wood/incense oriental

Released in 2013, this Pure Parfum Extrait, sold in 25% of Perfume Oil concentration, was created by Antoine Lie to suffer mutations on the skin, releasing layers of scent in a sensual form, without much fanfare. It was designed to be shared by both genders, but I believe that men can take better advantage. It symbolizes the unknown, which lurks in the shadows, the timeless concept of elegance and mystery. And for this reason, the company made a great effort by not providing its official composition. It means that each one can feel and interpret the fragrance in a unique way. Challenge accepted! To my nose, the fragrance presents itself as a hybrid of Puredistance M with hints of other feminine creations from the House, such as the vetiver of Puredistance I, the galbanum of Antonia or maybe the jasmine, from Opardu. But the biggest difference relies in 4 notes that presented themselves to me in latent form: frankincense, patchouli, oud and leather. I read numerous comparisons about it: since Epic Man (Amouage) to Tobacco Oud (Tom Ford), among numerous other creations and brands, what really matters is that Puredistance Black has concept, is linear and behaves as follows: it touches the skin incensed, with slightly bitter nuances. Then, a playful oud insists in a hide-and-seek all the time, while the leather keeps the concept together, just like in a bell jar. Time or another my nose implies the presence of the Bulgarian rose, but I think it's another trick from its proposal. Exudes well, without being a bomb, and doesn't disappoint in any way. With Puredistance Black, the mystery is everywhere.

It was at noon when he arrived back to his cabin. His dark hair looked a bit messy because the wind played with it a bit. He opened the heavy, wooden door and his eyes softly outlined with kohl pierced into the shadows who were filling the room. A few steps and he reached to his favorite place in the house - his ebony desk. Laying there, in complete silence was a leather bound diary, waiting. The man reached for the chair and sit there, reaching for his pen with trembling hands. Oh, yes. It was time to write about her. The ink began to tell a story, as it was greedily absorbed by the paper. It was about a woman with amber eyes and golden skin. Ahhh, her skin, always smelling like agarwood oil. Her presence was enough to make the air around boil. She was a woman of the desert and maybe that is why he feels so much warmth when he remembers her. The man felt the urge to open the window, and as he looked outside, he felt some very familiar smell. Incense maybe? Like a thread of fog, a silver shadow took shape outside. Was it only his imagination? The man could swear she was right there, with him, as her unforgettable perfume filled the room, but in the next minute it was gone only to come back more powerful and sweet, leaving him bewildered. He closed his eyes, took a deep breath and let the smell pierce his soul. They were now as one, perfectly blended, inseparable. This is Black, a longlost, bittersweet memory.

I am trying this perfume today. The quality is so good as most of perfumes in the brand have. As the notes are not listed i would try ti explain how It smells for me. In first place what It makes me think of... And when insmell It i imaginé myself SAT on the terrace of a nightclub, having an alcoholic drink mixed with cola while some people are smoking around me... Because the feeling i get is that: alcohol, cola and tobacco. And now dime of the notes i think It could has. The scent shares for me some smoky resinous vibe with perfumes like interlude by amouage ir black afgano by nasomatto, so i am almost sure that It must have some kind of balsámic and smoky resin like incense ir opoponax. Then i am almost sure that It has some sweet resin like amber ir benzoin, because It has some sweetness but balsámic and i think It is not vanilla. In other hand It has also some dark note like cofee ir fresh cocoa and some Woods, but dark Woods like patchouli or a very subtle oud. In adition It has some Green and spicy notes as Well. I think also that It could have some leather and tobacco... The longevity is good, about 8 hours on skin, with a moderate projection, what is normal un a 25% concentration perfume. Unisex and in my opinión better for cold weather. Scent: 9 Longevity: 9 Projection; 7 Quality/price: 5 Versatility: 6 Originality: 8 Global: 9

I actually wanna show you guys what's wrriten on the website. Useful info: PUREDISTANCE BLACK 100ml MYSTERIOUS, WARM & ELEGANT 100ml Puredistance BLACK Perfume Spray in a classic black & blue giftbox, with handmade leather holder. Puredistance BLACK is created in Paris by the famous French Perfumer Antoine Lie. He created a perfume of the highest quality that is close to the wearer and releases sensual and elegant scent layers in a whispering and sophisticated way – without shouting. A warm, mysterious and elegant fragrance, full of charm, that stays in the shadow, giving away – only every now and then – part of its nature. Puredistance BLACK plays hide-and-seek on the skin, appearing, morphing, and reappearing to delight the senses. Perfume Extrait: 25% perfume oil. __________________________________ On the company's websitre you can find good reviews about this product, like: "It is opulent, sensual, warm, intense with an unique scent. It makes you feel special. Lasts all day long. I love it!" Or "Smells smokey and woody and leather with a mox of rose. Very sexy scent for evening. Also reminds me a bit of TF noir de noir except this feels with higher quality ingredients and more masculine overall. I smell spices leather and amber at the base. Amazing scent".

I got a 3ml sample of this in the past and the first time couple of times i tried it in the late spring early fall I was like "ok this is nice" and kept moving, Fast-forward to one chilly night in the depth of winter I was heading out and rummaging through my bag of decants for something to wear and I thought hmm, let me give this baby a full wearing and on first spray it just clicked, and my eyes lit up in amazement, something about the scent in the cool air just made it blow my mind. I went on to finish the sample, that would be the first time I've ever actually sprayed a sample or decant till it was empty. I knew I was in trouble and I would have to shell out some money to get a bottle. Like a review below said It is not the best fragrance ive smelt but it is definitely my sexiest. I get a dark earthy patchouli that has been mixed with a tiny bit of rose and some chocolate sitting on a bed of smokey leather and somewhere in the concoction is a hint of sweetness from a fruit i do not know. Anyways this alongside M are the best offerings from the house from a masculine style fragrance. I absolutely love this stuff and dont regret the money i paid to acquire it

Goodness me - Black is something else, something primal and gripping. It’s an incredible feeling when you know a brand is truly passionate about creating perfume, which is something no one can deny of Puredistance. There are no notes listed for Black, to add to its mystique, but it feels like an impeccable rose-oud to me. It’s very oily and dark, quite earthy too with a sweet and salty rose/saffron effect. There’s a gentle breeze of fecal musk in the distance, yet it never comes across as dirty, it always remains perfectly refined. It’s hard to describe if I’m being honest, this perfume is a wearing experience you will not soon forget. It reminds me of stinkier rose-ouds like Frederic Malle’s The Night, but far more restrained and drawn-back. They’re not directly similar, but they fit the same brief; if one aggressively harasses you, and the other effortlessly seduces you.

Starts off scary but then you realize the notes are all familiar and comforting: rose, amber, oud, incense, caramel?, berries, leather, the list goes on. Black is definitely sexy and for evening wear. It's slightly more masculine than unisex, but a confident woman could pull it off. One would place this among Tom Fords. This is some of the best sillage I've experienced in a while, and it sends out a beautiful cloud that gets better and better. It's like meeting an intimidating but gorgeous stranger and finding out they were also nervous around you; once you get past the first impression you end up feeling more comfortable with each other than you ever thought possible.

This is a genuinely sexy and very sensual fragrance. The first thing that comes to mind is leather and a hint of incense and some smoked wood notes. After a few hours of wear it settles down quite nicely and on my skin it seems to take on a bit of a sweaty..almost musky quality but not in a dirty way, more in a sexual and carnal sort of manner. I adore this and I'm glad to have this in my collection, it's definitely a head turner and conversation starter. The lasting power is excellent, i probably get around 12+ hours of it this and the projection is quite loud so spritz with caution.

Black is my Al-time favorite fragrance. I could speak for hours about the details or sum it up personally as my inner spirit liquefied and bottled. Everything about it and its presentation are undeniably top shelf. The smoothest citrus laced incense, that radiates a mysterious yet comforting vibe, I have come across on my journey. Its an added bonus that every time I wear it, its almost a given it will garner compliments and attention from multiple people in my immediate vicinity. It wears close but at 25% perfume oil, Black will stay until you wash it off. Masterpiece fragrance!

The scent of this fragrance is difficult to pin, because it morphs and changes throughout the day. Although, it is at all times sexy and alluring; if one gets close enough to become entangled. On the top note, I get a hit of marshmallow followed by a mix of oriental wood and vanilla for a long lasting heart. The slightly spicy wood bass notes remain until they slowly fade away. Wear this when you'll be in a semi-crowded place and you want to turn prey into the hunter. After smelling this in close proximity, the trap will be sprung.

While there is no mentioned notes, I suppose that I clearly can smell agarwood and leather as main notes and some smokiness, maybe incense or a little birch tar, and perhaps a little patchouli in the dry down... But anyway, this is a wonderful, dark, mysterious scent. So to knowing the exact notes really does not matter. Because, we can enjoy this authentic fragrance more then 8 hours. Because the longevity is great, the sillage is just how it should be, just like the other Puredistance perfumes.

In my opinion It smells fantastic and last for an estimated 10 hours, It also depends on someone skin type , Wether it is dry or oily , My skin is oily and I have no complaints . It does fetches a high price tag , But its a niche perfume and what you pay for is what you usualy get . Some wear perfume to be recognize and expects compliments , Others like my self wear a fragrance because we like it , Try multiple times before buy , Overall rating 10/10. Thank,

Oh my goodness! 🥰 On my skin, this fragrance leans distinctly masculine. It has a deep, elegant, quietly powerful presence — the kind of scent that doesn’t shout, but draws you in without effort. I realized that I don’t want to smell like this myself... but I would absolutely love this on a man. It has that magnetic, confident, slightly mysterious aura that feels incredibly attractive. If a man walked past me wearing this, I would remember him.😍

Something of a masterpiece for me. It never fails to amaze me. Can be a little strong and shocking to those around you (and yourself) if over-sprayed, so use minimal amounts. Sometimes one spray is good enough. Either way, this scent is absolutely stunning and is drop dead *gorgeous* in cold, winter weather. It's priced incredibly high - but for myself, the satisfaction is worth the sale. If you can, be sure to try this.

Unrivaled luxury, identity-uniqueness, classic manufactoriness, black magic... I can write many more epithets for this masterpiece. No matter how you perceive this fragrance, it is definitely worth getting to know it at least once. How much time has passed since the creation of this masterpiece, and I still have not found anyone who could compare with it and convey the mood, the luxury that this beauty conveys.

Wow! Such a smoky scent. Gorgeous. Sadly it only makes the pain of 4160 Tuesday's a kiss beside the fireplace being discontinued even worse. They are both intensely smoky, with Black perhaps a little richer. Black also reminds me of an Amouage I love but I cant remember the name off hand. A pretty linear scent. Both scents that are perfect for cold weather wear. Good longevity and sillage. Bang on unisex.

This is one of the many fragrances I'd get compliments whenever I wear this. darky woody and spicy...I rarely use this in the evening, as I wear this fragrance to my workplace, or just anywhere, fulltime. سمپل ارجینال جهت تست موجود است Scent: 9/10 Longevity: 8/10 Projection: 8/10

One of the best fragrances ever made. Elegant and classy, you can enjoy the depth of the fragrance because of the high end perfumery. This is not for people who don’t know how to appreciate masterpieces.