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Eau de parfum
Kenooz Black Pearl
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Kenooz Black Pearl and the Fragrance Character
Kenooz Black Pearl is an eau de parfum released in 2025 by Kenooz, a perfume brand from Qatar.
This unisex fragrance has a distinctive oriental character, combining fruity juiciness, floral softness and deep woody-spicy nuances in a rich composition.
Black Pearl is suited to those who enjoy noticeable fragrances with a strong presence and are not afraid of complex, contrasting combinations.
The fragrance is built around a vivid contrast between freshness and density.
At the opening, the composition feels lively and spicy, then becomes more floral before revealing dark woody, leathery, smoky and musky nuances in the drydown.
Thanks to this development, the fragrance retains its dynamism while gradually acquiring a deeper, enveloping character.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes of Black Pearl combine bergamot, black pepper, cinnamon, coriander, raspberry, saffron and strawberry.
The citrus accent of bergamot refreshes the opening, while pepper, cinnamon, coriander and saffron add a spicy temperament.
Raspberry and strawberry nuances make the beginning of the composition juicier and more expressive.
Jasmine and rose emerge at the heart, softening the spicy impulse and giving the fragrance floral depth.
This is not a light, airy floral effect, but a prominent heart accord that connects the vivid opening with the rich base.
As it develops, Black Pearl becomes calmer without losing its intensity.
The base is composed of cedar, incense, grey amber, a leather accord, oud, sandalwood, smoke, vetiver and musk.
Oud, smoky nuances, leather and woody notes play a particularly important role here, creating a dark, resinous and voluminous trail.
Sandalwood and musk make the finish rounder, while vetiver adds a dry, earthy nuance.
Wearability and Sillage
Kenooz Black Pearl is presented as unisex, so its character is not tied to a single gendered style.
On some skin, fruity-spicy nuances will come forward more strongly; on other skin, oud, smoke, leather and woody accords may dominate.
As a result, the fragrance can smell different from person to person, while almost always retaining its richness and recognizable oriental character.
Black Pearl has very strong sillage, making it suitable for those who enjoy a fragrance that remains noticeable beyond their immediate personal space.
When trying it for the first time, it is best to start with a small amount on the skin and assess its development after several hours.
No recommended dosage for skin or clothing is provided, so the optimal amount should be determined gradually, taking the season, temperature and size of the room into account.
In terms of mood, this is a fragrance for evenings, special occasions and cool weather, when dense woody and oriental accords unfold with particular expressiveness.
It can complement outfits featuring leather, black, tailored or evening details, while during the day it calls for a more restrained application.
Black Pearl is ideal for moments when you want more than simply a pleasant scent and are looking for a striking perfume image.
Its Place in the Kenooz Style
For Kenooz, a Qatari brand, Black Pearl reflects a fondness for rich unisex compositions in eau de parfum concentration.
Its oriental direction is expressed not through a single note but through an entire interplay of nuances: spices support the fruity opening, florals soften the transition, while oud, incense, leather and woody accords create a deep finish.
Information about the perfumer, the collection and other concentrations of this fragrance is unavailable.
If you enjoy the combination of fruity brightness, spices, smoke and oriental woods, a similar option to consider is The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
At the same time, Black Pearl has a character of its own, distinguished by especially powerful sillage, the contrast between juicy berries and a dark base, and a pronounced focus on an oud-leather profile.
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