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Score
84/100

Comme des Garçons

Blackpepper EDT

2016

Cracked pepper and woodsmoke — sharp, clean, quietly assured.

Blackpepper
fresh spicy
woody
warm spicy

The take

What works

  • Black pepper-vetiver-incense is dry, smoky, and impeccably structured
  • One of the most wearable CdG fragrances — concept without sacrificing accessibility
  • Bergamot tempers the smoke for year-round wear

Trade-offs

  • Pepper-cedar accord has been widely imitated since release
  • Modest projection may frustrate those seeking presence

Notes

Top

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Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring52%
Summer24%
Fall100%
Winter82%
Day68%
Night73%

Occasions

OfficeCasualDate night

Gender

Unisex
$120–$200Fair value
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Smells like

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blackpepper smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Joop! JOOP! Homme Absolute (71%), Comme des Garçons Black (67%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Blackpepper last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 72/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Blackpepper?

Strongest in fall and winter. Suited to office, casual, date night.

Is Blackpepper worth it?

At $120–$200, yes for this tier. Black pepper-vetiver-incense is dry, smoky, and impeccably structured. One of the most wearable CdG fragrances — concept without sacrificing accessibility.

Details

Perfumer
Antoine Maisondieu