Black Phantom
sweet up front, then warm spicy, settling into caramel.
About
Black Phantom by By Kilian is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Black Phantom was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Sidonie Lancesseur. Top note is Rum; middle notes are Dark Chocolate, Coffee, Almond and Heliotrope; base notes are Caramel, Sugar Cane, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Tonka…
Nose: Sidonie Lancesseur
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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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More By Kilian picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Black Phantom smell like?
sweet up front, then warm spicy, settling into caramel. Dominant accords: sweet, warm spicy, caramel.
What notes are in Black Phantom?
Top: Rum. Heart: Dark Chocolate, Coffee, Almond, Heliotrope. Base: Caramel, Sugar Cane, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Tonka, Vetiver.
How long does Black Phantom last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Phantom loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Black Phantom best for?
Winter is the top pick (46%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Phantom?
Night wear leads at 76%. Day is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Black Phantom for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 50% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Phantom?
Composed by Sidonie Lancesseur. Released in 2017.
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