The Black Carnation
The Black Carnation by Thameen is an unisex eau de parfum in the luxury price tier. It opens with bergamot, mandarin and pistachio, moves into jasmine, ylang-ylang and carnation and dries down to sandalwood, vanilla and suede. Expect around 9 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Bergamot Sharp citrus with a faint bitter edge. The opening of about half of all men's fragrances.
- Mandarin Soft, sweet, almost powdery citrus. Gentler than orange.
- Pistachio Green, salty and creamy. Nutty without being heavy.
Heart
- Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
- Ylang-Ylang Banana-custard floral. Rich, tropical and slightly rubbery.
- Carnation Spicy, clove-like floral. Old-school and a bit peppery.
Dry-down
- Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
- Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
- Suede Soft, powdery leather. Much gentler than the real thing.
Smells like this
- Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede
- Chanel Gabrielle Essence
- Vyrao Free 00
- Guy Laroche Fidji
- Donna Karan Cashmere Mist
- Gucci Bamboo
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