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reegone – :
I find this an Elegant scent , it’s unique in its own way .
Good one for a formal occasion .
Surprisingly this is one of the best compliment getters for me , have had compliments even after the 8th hour mark .
It seems to be hard to find this one now , if you guys get hold of this blind buy it you would not have regrets .
guide2000 – :
I tried this the other day and was really surprised by the strong licorice-like notes that I had been looking for – I tried 8 or 9 other brands and this one stood out as unique and manly – no sweetness (and quite linear) – only that it may be somewhat two-dimensional in a serious scent kind of way.. But, it is certainly what I was looking for – and more unique and daring than say L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme (but perhaps not as punchy as Issey in terms of the peppery hit), whereas Desire Black has that great black note (note: this is a totally different smell- and no cat’s piss, unlike Issey Intense). So, Dunhill Desire Black and the other flankers are decent non-weak fragrances, I must say, for first impressions, I really do like this one! It is certainly unique!
UPDATE: A few days later (13 May 2018)
Decided to purchase a 100mL bottle! AU$35 (on sale)
No regrets – loving it! A unique and strong licorice-like note (not sweet) – masculine and dry., not musk-like. May need to reapply to strengthen longevity if needed, giving a stronger dry-down effect. The smell of this fragrance is just what I was looking for – great for the office, strong manly vibe, but not too sexy.
denic – :
I generally like Dunhill fragrances.
This has a great bottle and starts off great, a lovely fresh black fragrance. Then uh-uh after a few mins it starts to smell of Oud, which apparently fragrance manufacturers are using these days because it’s cheap, strong smelling and lasts. Cue the coughing fit and asthma attack! Once the Oud dies down the dyrdwn is nice again.
Unfortunately I find Oud pretty rank, which is a shame because I like everything else about it. I can also smell it in Dunhill Ikon, and Calvin Klein Encounter. I’ll be getting rid of this. Proceed with caution unless you love Oud.
santass – :
Excellent masculine fragrance. Affordable with good quality.
It is green and woody with classic cypress/patchouli/inscense vibe that is so nice. Vintage but doesnt smell dated due to the grapefruit addition.
Projection and longevity are average.
Recommended for classic fragrances lovers.
voloimir-77 – :
I didn’t like this and returned it right away. There was a “barn” note in it. Like being in a barn and hay horses eating hay. Definitely a miss not a hit just like Desire Blue which gives me a headache although it is unique but I shouldn’t be nauseous.
serg1970 – :
A good little scent. it has a nice peppery vibe and overall elegance that belies the inexpensive price. Good longevity and nice sillage. Solid performer
Unrelaendon – :
I find that Dunhill’s fragrances are quite unique. Though their fragrances are not always original, they are never “generic”. There is usually a note or combination that tilts even their most uninspired scents toward interesting/intriguing at worst and high quality at best. Combine that with the low price most of these can be had at, this is one of the best quality/cost houses out there, imho.
Desire Black: Quintessential Dunhill- not original by any means- just another citrus/pepper/vetiver/amber scent, right? Well, no. You’ve smelled this combination before, but then- bam! Something quite UNfamiliar hits you. Some reviewers have called this a “medical bandage” smell. I wouldn’t have thought of that if I hadn’t read it, but yes, this “medical” smell is the “Dunhill” uniqueness. Now, that description doesn’t sound promising, but it works out quite well. I believe it’s the cypress/saffron turning this typical peppery/fresh scent into an earthier, darker, and more complex fragrance than ones with similar notes. I definitely get a light, sweet amber in the dry down.
This is a mature scent, serious rather than playful. I can see it working for business/casual. Not really formal or fun, but in the middle. Overall, a good fragrance and is easily has more depth than many 2-3 time it’s price. Another good offering from Dunhill.
Final note: The “Desire” flankers have a lot in common (Black has similar base notes as “Silver” and they have the same DNA), but smell nothing like the original “Desire for a Man”. Weird.
Update: Very nice after the initial blast smooths out. Something about it- intriguing.
George070707 – :
Very nice opening.Then dries down to a black pepper wood scent.More like a ceder wood to me.Not bad at all.
Респект – :
Desire Black Alfred Dunhill for men is a good one with good longevity & silage , attractive bottle design & a really good smell ( especially with the black paper dominating note ) & a affordable price & it goes all year around.
mig29 – :
Gorgeous scent for the smart, professional man. The perfect scent for a first date, you’re guaranteed to get a second date if you wow your partner with this magic. It can come off as a bit smoky at times but in small doses it’s very alluring, don’t wear too much. Affordable and very cool bottle design.
zaza12345 – :
Oh Dunhill desire black how you remind me of a 1921 womans parfum called maja by myrugia! I only say this because i went to cvs my local drugstore and saw this maja purfum for $10 for a 50ml. I looked it up on here and saw it was from 1921 so i thpught hey this stood the test of time must be good!! I brought it home she opened it Said she wouldnt wear it!! I smelt it, i was tooking back! I like it its woody spicy with a tad bit of rose i suspose!! Fastforawd some months i wanted to finish buying the Dunhill desire line up and black was up!! On the intial blast it def. Remind me of this parfum but maybe a bit less of florals ,less powdery detected!over all i like this juice great dry down to adore sweetness !! Woody spicy green!!
DrogmaArocari – :
Blind bought this online since Dunhills mostly aren’t carried in my l’il shit city. Great looking bottle…but that’s where it ends! They say fakes they put urine in ’em..so was mine fake? Smelled like a watered down neiges by Lise Watier, paired with urine. Yes and yuck. PASS. I am shocked/saddened to see the new silver and extreme red desires are rated low. Do I even want to risk them? 🙁
Mihanik – :
Quite similar to TERRE D’HERMES.
Long lasting which is unusual for a modern fragrance.
Very good and not expensive!
arkasha1 – :
This smells like a poor man’s Terre de Hermes with some of the orange notes swapped out for Band-Aid adhesive. It can be a little strong for the first hour, but then it’s rather nice. If you like pink pepper, this is a good cheapie.
urq286Negeltzex – :
This is a very likeable peppery/citrusy/amber fresh scent with some dry green and floral thrown in. Nothing extra ordinary really. BUT what surprised me is the sillage and longevity that it has which are not highlighted in the reviews. After 6 hours I was still getting whiffs of this scent and it also clings to your clothes very nicely. Performance has raised this one notch above other colognes in the same price range. You should definitely give this one a try! 4/5 for me.
terror62_89 – :
Fresh n’ clean….very masculine..
fembil – :
The Dunhill house produces quality perfumes in quality bottles – this is no exception. For me, Desire Black is a very nice and long lasting woody citrus. Stays very clean and fresh but there must be cedar in this? The silage projects very well also. This does sound a bit crazy, but, it does smell black… It’s well worth a smell if you like a fresh spicy, woody citrus with character.
wjh104InsuffBooni – :
Desire Black smells like a cross between John Varvatos’ Artisan Black and Polo Black. Pepper greets you upon initial spray. 10 minutes later and cypress and amber peek out. The notes list saffron, but I don’t smell it. An hour passes, and vetiver rears its head. I can still smell the pepper and amber combo only now there is a faint whiff of rose. Projects just right, not too loud, not too close to the skin. Lasts around 3 hours on my skin. an all around safe scent. For the office, for casual dates, going out for a drink or just lounging around. I give it 8.5/10.
gast – :
scent : 8/10
sillage : 8/10
longevity :7/10
60% night / 40% day fragrance
nice smoky and woody scent
dark version of Terre d`Hermes
gib158JeomiWogkig – :
Bought this in April after smelling the bottle – I had sprayed many frags on myself already and it was overkill – so I just picked it up, It cost about 50 CAD$.
Between this and Dunhill Icon, I chose this but I didn’t try either on my skin. Fastforward 5ish wears and this is what I find (never having worn Terre D’Hermes):
Boozy and woody opening – reminds me of The One but not as sweet, Dirty English boozy and Dunhill Pursuit sharp (shudder) but that fades.
What you’re left with is pretty beautiful (to my nose) – citrus olibaum sprinkled with pepper.
It’s dry down is very similar to that of MJ Bang (one of my favourites) – but the weak dry down (3 hrs) and heavy pepper mill effect of Bang, make Dunhill Desire Black a more accessible choice. I wear with collared shirts to work – For me, it easily replaces Starwalker, Dirty English, The One, Dunhill Pursuit, Marc Jacobs Bang. If you put those last three in a custom perfume bottle you would get something similar. What really makes this brilliant is the use of floral notes to soften the the “sharp” problem I’ve had with those I’ve just mentioned.
I am enjoying it thoroughly and recommend it if you’re looking for an office friendly – slightly serious – hardly sweet frag. It’s not in my top five but I love it.
login2 – :
Got it so far, Smelled clean, and even after dry down, remind me a clinical gauze bandage. Moderate sillage but poor longivity, it would be last for 4-6 hr. Suit for grown up and business day.
znakomstva – :
I enjoyed this scent. I really didn’t get much citrus out of the opening, which was interesting given how sensitive I am to citrusy notes. The first thing I noticed was strong pepper (though not as strong as Cartier Santos), and then a drydown into a smooth balance of pepper, saffron, and a vetiver/cypress combo similar to Encre Noire (though nowhere near the quality of EN). Projection and longevity were average at best, but for $13 US at Ross, it was a steal! Nice woody/spicy fragrance that I’ll be wearing again soon.
894744920 – :
Got a sample of this. Well yeah to be honest it does smell like TdH. It does not smell cheap, it lasts long with an average sillage. I am thinking to buy this one as I cant afford TdH. And yeah, if you dnt like TdH still give Desire Black a try and u might like this one.
wqernold – :
This has nothing in common with the original Desire or Desire Blue. This is a sharp green (vetiver?) and woody scent. Smells a bit peppery too. I generally like Dunhill fragrances but not this one.
jorur – :
reminds me of the 90s fragrances > good smell thogh
vyte12 – :
Can’t say i am disappointed, its an average fragrance but have to admit it has good longevity
jeprompoxef – :
@pronose, Sorry, but here it is cheap (doesn’t cost much) it is for sale in the bargain shops.
denpush – :
sorry but it’s not a cheap cologne at all! dunhill never made a cheap cologne till now thanks heaven!
tri62y – :
The dry down reminds me of a lighter version of Bang.
Nice scent, cheap, not offensive.
Goofy – :
another great scent by dunhill ! very classy and most of all well balanced as well crispy and dry ! not a common generic scent like others! dunhill never failed.