39 community ratings

Dunhill Black (Eau de Toilette)

2008MenClassic

6.1/ 10

Community score
39 ratings

Dunhill Black Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and suits leisure time, daily wear and the office.

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Skunky's take: A daytime friend, easy at the office and on busy days.

How does it perform?

From 42 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

5.8 /10

Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.

Sillage

5.1 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

6.7 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money

6.8 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

High risk

Only 46% of votes are positive.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Nettle

Heart notesfirst few hours

Jasmine Lavender

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Suede Virginia cedar Gaiac wood

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Floral
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy
Woody

What does Dunhill Black (Eau de Toilette) smell like?

Voters place it mostly in spring, then fall and summer, with very few choosing winter. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as masculine, with others calling it classic or modern. It has been discontinued.

Nettle opens it, giving a green, fresh start. Jasmine and lavender in the heart add a soft floral touch. The base of suede, Virginia cedar and gaiac wood brings a woody, smoky, leathery footing, while the fruity and sweet accords take the edge off.