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Bvlgari Man In Black fragrance
Bvlgari

Bvlgari Man In Black

EDP Masculine · 2014 · by Alberto Morillas
7.0 /10

Bvlgari Man In Black scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 8/10 longevity
From USD 75–110From EUR 69–101From GBP 59–87From PKR 21,000–31,000From AED 275–400From INR 6,225–9,130From SAR 281–413
8 Longevity
7 Sillage
6 Versatility
8 Value
6.2 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Warm Spicy Woody
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileWarm SpicyWoodyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Date Night Formal
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6.2 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
4/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
10/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A bold and sensual interpretation of the myth of Vulcan, blending spices, rum, and dark leather.

How It Wears

Its warm, rich, and spicy profile is best suited for colder evenings; avoid in high heat and humidity.

How It Compares

Often compared to other dark, boozy, and spicy fragrances like Spicebomb Extreme for its masculine appeal.

The Controversy

Some find its strong boozy and leathery notes potentially overpowering if over-applied.

Bvlgari Man In Black: A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2014, Bvlgari Man In Black by Bvlgari has become a reference point for EDP fragrances in the Warm Spicy, Woody family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

A bold and sensual interpretation of the myth of Vulcan, blending spices, rum, and dark leather.

Bvlgari Man In Black Notes Breakdown

Bvlgari Man In Black opens with Spices, Rum and Tobacco — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Leather, Iris and Tuberose. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood and Benzoin.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Warm Spicy, Woody — easy to place and easy to wear.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (8/10): Bvlgari Man In Black delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (7/10): Bvlgari Man In Black projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (6/10): Bvlgari Man In Black is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (8/10): At around $75, Bvlgari Man In Black delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Bvlgari Man In Black Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Bvlgari Man In Black does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 10/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Its warm, rich, and spicy profile is best suited for colder evenings; avoid in high heat and humidity.

Its average across all five zones is 6.2/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Bvlgari Man In Black

Bvlgari Man In Black is best suited to Evening, Date Night, Formal. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Bvlgari Man In Black performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Often compared to other dark, boozy, and spicy fragrances like Spicebomb Extreme for its masculine appeal.

Price & Value

Internationally, Bvlgari Man In Black sits at $75–$110. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 21,000–31,000 in Pakistan, AED 275–400 in the UAE, ₹6,500–₹9,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Department Stores, Online Retailers. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces, Paris Gallery. Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed, Al-Fatah.

Verdict

Bvlgari Man In Black earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7/10 puts Bvlgari Man In Black in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some find its strong boozy and leathery notes potentially overpowering if over-applied.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Bvlgari Man In Black last?

Bvlgari Man In Black has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Bvlgari Man In Black worth the price?

At around $75, Bvlgari Man In Black by Bvlgari is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Bvlgari Man In Black smell like?

Bvlgari Man In Black is characterised by Warm Spicy, Woody accords. Opening with Spices and Rum, the heart revolves around Leather and Iris, settling into a base of Tonka Bean and Guaiac Wood.

Is Bvlgari Man In Black good for hot or humid weather?

Bvlgari Man In Black was not designed for extreme heat (score: 4/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Bvlgari Man In Black for men or women?

Bvlgari Man In Black is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.