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Use Black Naso Di Raza, unveiled in 2019, is positioned as a unisex fragrance, drawing from the east family. The talent of Patrick Bodifee is written all over this bottle. An eau de parfum — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.
Country of origin — Italy: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Use Black is shaped as a continuous scent journey, where notes flow smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Naso Di Raza is evident in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
When the structure is mixed the opening appears as one connected movement with a architectural woody mood: Animalistic notes, Jasmine, Leather accord, Oud, Patchouli, Pink pepper and Raspberry.
The deeper layers are read as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The olfactory framework is shaped by these accords: Animalistic, Floral, Fruit and Wood without random overlap. Additional accords such as Leather and Spicy enrich the profile without taking over.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Animals, Whiteflower, Leather and Wood. It also reaches into Spicy, Fruit, Green and Gourmet.
Taken together Use Black holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. This is the type of composition best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Naso Di Raza |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Italy |
| Website | http://www.nasodiraza.com |
| Year of production | 2019 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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Earthy and velvety notes, emphasized by black pepper and sandalwood, don't save the situation. Sambac jasmine and oud add a certain heaviness, and the leather accord, which should have tied it all together, only reinforces the feeling of hopelessness. The incense-metallic note in the heart of the fragrance seems to just be there, not playing a significant role.
Despite the fact that the fragrance doesn't seem crude, it leaves a feeling of emptiness. It's something calm and balanced, but, alas, uninteresting. Lovers of warm and soft woody perfumes might like it, but for me, it didn't reveal anything new