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Score
86/100

Bvlgari

Man in Black EDP

2014

Rum-soaked leather and lava rock — dressed in black, permanently.

Bvlgari Man in Black EDP
warm spicy
woody
leather

The take

What works

  • Rum-tobacco-leather beast mode that earns the 'black' framing
  • Outstanding longevity and projection — fills a room
  • Head-turning fall/winter signature at mid-tier pricing

Trade-offs

  • Pure cold-weather evening — wrong everywhere else
  • Heavy enough that 1 spray is genuinely the maximum

Notes

Top

SpicesSpicesRumRumTobaccoTobacco

Mid

LeatherLeatherIrisIrisTuberoseTuberose

Base

Tonka BeanTonka BeanGuaiac WoodGuaiac WoodBenzoinBenzoin

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Across a table
Sillage
Strong trail

When to wear

Spring25%
Summer9%
Fall89%
Winter100%
Day34%
Night94%

Occasions

Date nightSpecial occasionClub

Gender

Strongly masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bvlgari Man in Black EDP smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb (64%), Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Extreme (56%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Bvlgari Man in Black EDP last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 80/100) with strong projection.

When should you wear Bvlgari Man in Black EDP?

Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, special occasion, club.

Is Bvlgari Man in Black EDP worth it?

At $65–$115, yes for this tier. Rum-tobacco-leather beast mode that earns the 'black' framing. Outstanding longevity and projection — fills a room.

Details

Perfumer
Alberto Morillas
Collection
Man in Black