100ml
COMME DES GARÇONS
BLACK COMME DES GARÇONS
Eau De Toilette
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$130
Description
Black Comme des Garçons is a daring olfactory statement, shrouding the wearer in waves of smoky birch tar and piercing black pepper. Swirling notes of incense and soft leather introduce an avant-garde depth, while subtle licorice and pepperwood add unexpected intrigue. The drydown reveals warm cedarwood and vetiver, balancing darkness with refined elegance. Velvety yet intense, this scent seduces with complexity and an unapologetically modern edge.
Perfumer: Guillaume Flavigny
Scent Profile
Smoky
Spicy
Woody
Leathery
Subtly Sweet
Dry
Notes
Top Notes
Black PepperIncense
Middle Notes
Birch TarPepperwood
Licorice
LeatherBase Notes
Cedarwood
VetiverAbout COMME DES GARÇONS
Comme des Garçons (CDG, pronounced [kɔm de ɡaʁsɔ̃]) is a Japanese fashion label, founded by Rei Kawakubo in 1969. It is based in Paris, where its flagship store is located. Other than fashion, the label has expanded to include jewelry and perfume (under the brand Comme des Garçons Parfums).
Reviews
3.8
Good4 reviews
Ministry of Scent
3.8/5 • 4 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers praise Black Comme des Garçons for its bold smokiness and striking peppery opening, calling it a dark and addictive choice for incense lovers. Many find it surprisingly wearable despite its intensity, appreciating its transformation from aggressive to smooth over time.
Pros
Performance excellence: Noted for strong projection and impressive longevity, often lasting for hours and requiring only a light application.
Versatile appeal: Thrives in cooler weather, evening settings, and avant-garde environments, making it a favorite for statement occasions.
Quality composition: Many admire the blend’s seamless transitions from smoke to leathery warmth, citing it as both creative and elegantly balanced.
Cons
Specific limitation: The intense smoky and tar-like opening can overwhelm those unaccustomed to bold scents.
Situational drawback: May feel out of place in hot weather or crowded indoor spaces due to its projection and darkness.
Comparisons
Similar to Olivier Durbano Black Tourmaline: Considered a more refined and approachable take on the intense smoky incense theme.
Reminds reviewers of Diptyque’s incense fragrances: Black is seen as edgier and less sweet, focusing more on raw smoke and leather.
Vibe & Emotions
Empowerment: Wears like armor for those seeking confidence in creative or professional settings.
Intrigue: Invokes a mysterious aura during late-night outings or introspective moments.
Grounded calm: The dry woody base brings comfort and stability as the fragrance evolves.
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