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Lydeen Black Ruby
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Lydeen Black Ruby is a rich unisex fragrance from the Swedish brand Lydeen, released in 2021.
The composition belongs to the fougere and floral fragrance families, but its character goes noticeably deeper than classic freshness: the fruity opening gradually gives way to a floral-spicy heart and an expressive woody-leather base.
Black Ruby was created by Christine Lydeen and Niklas Lydeen.
Their formula is built on a contrast of juicy fruits, transparent florals and dense, warm nuances, which makes the fragrance sound striking, full-bodied and distinctly individual.
This is a fragrance for those who enjoy noticeable compositions with dramatic development and a long-lasting dry-down.
How Black Ruby Unfolds
The top notes open with a vivid combination of pineapple, bergamot, raspberry and rose.
The citrus spark of bergamot adds juiciness and radiance to the opening, pineapple gives the accord an exotic character, while raspberry lends it a soft berry facet.
Rose hints at the floral theme from the very beginning, which becomes more pronounced as the fragrance unfolds.
The heart of the composition combines violet, geranium, jasmine and rose.
The floral accord is not frivolous but composed and multilayered: violet adds powdery softness, geranium brings a greenish expressiveness, while jasmine and rose soften the transition to the rich base.
Sillage and Wearability
According to the fragrance listing, Black Ruby has a very strong sillage.
The perfume extract unfolds intensely and remains noticeably present in the air, so it is best to start with a small number of sprays.
The exact application dosage for skin and clothing is not specified in the available information; in practice, it is worth considering your skin's individual response, the weather and the nature of the occasion.
The fragrance feels especially at home in cooler weather, in the evening and in situations where a distinctive perfume signature is appropriate.
On skin, it may come across as warmer and softer, while amber, woody and leathery nuances last longer on fabric.
Thanks to its unisex positioning, Black Ruby is not tied to a single style: its character unfolds through the way it is applied and the individual chemistry of the skin.
Concentration and Place in the Line
Black Ruby is available as a perfume concentration, or perfume extract.
Other concentrations of this fragrance are not listed in the available information, so it is impossible to compare it with Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette versions.
Within the Lydeen brand, the release demonstrates a confident interest in dense, long-lasting compositions where floral expressiveness meets a rich base.
Similar Fragrances
Those who enjoy the expansive character of Black Ruby may want to explore The Spirit of Dubai Turath, as well as The Spirit of Dubai Abraj and The Spirit of Dubai Oud.
These fragrances can serve as directions for further exploring rich oriental and woody compositions, although Black Ruby retains its own signature through the combination of a berry-fruity opening, florals and a mossy-leathery trail.
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