Eau de toilette

Paco Rabanne Black XS

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Gender:
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Fragrance information:

Identity and History of Black XS

Welcome to the world of Paco Rabanne, where boldness meets elegance in the fragrance Black XS.

Released in 2005, this perfume quickly became iconic, reflecting the rebellious spirit of the brand founded by visionary Francisco Rabane.

Black XS is not just a fragrance, but a symbol of freedom and courage, perfectly fitting into a collection that challenges traditions.

As part of the Black XS line, it continues the legacy of Paco Rabanne, known for revolutionary approaches in fashion and perfumery.

This release marks an era when oriental and woody accords became a trend for men seeking something more than the usual fresh scent.

Positioning and Character of the Fragrance

Paco Rabanne Black XS is positioned as a male fragrance, but its versatility allows it to be worn by women who appreciate bold and sensual notes.

With a subtle sillage, it is ideal for daily use, leaving a delicate trail that doesn't overwhelm others.

This makes it an excellent choice for the office, dates, or evening gatherings, where moderation is important.

Belonging to the Oriental and Woody families, the fragrance combines the warmth of spices and the depth of wood, creating a rich and multifaceted character.

In the form of eau de toilette, it offers balanced longevity — long enough for the day, but not excessive.

For optimal effect, it is recommended to apply it to pulse points on the skin, such as wrists and neck, so that body heat unveils all facets of the composition.

Creators and Influence on the Perfume World

Behind the creation of Black XS are talented perfumers Olivier Cresp and Rosendo Mateu, known for their innovative approaches to blending notes.

Their collaborative work brought a unique blend of freshness, spiciness, and sweetness to the fragrance, which became the hallmark of Black XS in the perfume industry.

This release strengthened Paco Rabanne's reputation as a brand that isn't afraid to experiment, offering fragrances that go beyond gender stereotypes.

Black XS influenced the perception of male perfumery, adding more sensuality and complexity, inspiring other brands to create similar compositions.

Similar Fragrances for Further Exploration

If Black XS has captivated your senses, it's worth paying attention to similar perfumes, such as Byredo Oud Immortel with its woody-ambery accords, Creed Aventus for Her, offering fruity-woody elegance, and Avon Signature for those seeking affordable alternatives with oriental notes.

These fragrances share common features with Black XS, but each brings its unique nuance, expanding the perfume palette.

For more information about Paco Rabanne and its collections, visit the official website: http://www.pacorabanne.com.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Paco Rabanne Black XS begins with a refreshing duo of Lemon and Sage, which gives an energetic and clean start, perfect for awakening the senses.

In the heart of the composition, spicy nuances of Cardamom and Cinnamon unfold, softened by sweet Praline and balsamic Tolu Balsam, adding depth and warmth that envelops like a soft blanket.

The base is represented by Amber, Patchouli, and Palisander (Rosewood), creating a lasting and sensual final note that smoothly transitions from the heart to the trail, leaving behind a trail of comfort and mystery.

This multi-layered development makes the fragrance dynamic and intriguing throughout the day.

Perfumers

Gender Male
Brand Paco Rabanne
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Spain
Website http://www.pacorabanne.com
Year of production 2005
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Puig

Composition pyramid

Lemon
Sage
Cardamom
Cinnamon
Praline
Ambergris
Patchouli
Rosewood

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 26 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
High (5 to 12 hours)
4
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
2
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
69%
Unisex
23%
Female
8%
What kind of event
Date
12%
Wedding
8%
Sport
12%
Sleep
4%
For party
16%
For every day
12%
Sex
4%
For Holiday
4%
Theatre
12%
Office
16%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
22%
Spring
Spring
11%
Summer
Summer
14%
Autumn
Autumn
53%
For what style / mood
Casual
15%
Gala
23%
Classic
15%
Avant-garde
8%
Romantic
23%
Sporty
15%
For what age
under 18
34%
18-25 years old
26%
26-35 years old
18%
36-45 years
10%
46+ years old
6%
Any
6%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
8%
Enter the cloud
15%
1-2 atomisations
46%
2-3 atomisations
15%
3-4 atomisations
8%
4-5 sprays
8%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
14%
On the wrist
18%
On the knees
5%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
14%
On the elbow
9%
On the abdomen
5%
On the back of the hand
5%
On clothes
14%
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5%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
8%
Enter the cloud
15%
1-2 atomisations
46%
2-3 atomisations
15%
3-4 atomisations
8%
4-5 sprays
8%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
28%
Exoticism
6%
Luxury
22%
Euphoria
6%
Passion
11%
Joy
11%
Calm
17%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Strong
3
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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Lately, it's often criticized. They say it's too sweet, poppy, teenage, and even chemical. But for me, it's a real masterpiece! It's an incredible MASCULINE aura, full of sweetness, berry tartness, freshness, and spice. This fragrance is a symbol of happiness, love, and youth, it inspires achievements!

Now everyone counterfeits it, but when it first came out, it was a real bomb! And to this day, I get tons of compliments from all sorts of people when I wear it. In winter, in the cold, it just shines and looks amazing. Its sillage is powerful, delighting not only me but also those around, lifting spirits. It's the scent of a true celebration!

Of course, you wouldn't wear it to a business meeting or a serious event. It's also out of place with an evening tuxedo or a leather briefcase. But in all other cases - it's guaranteed attention from the opposite sex, glances, smiles, and compliments. I see no point in breaking it down by notes, that's been discussed a hundred times. I just want to say that even at 50, wearing it, you feel younger, more energetic, and healthier. Smile, friends, smile! :)
5/5
5
Hello everyone! I want to share my story about an eau de toilette that started sometime in the autumn of 2010. Back then, I accidentally became the owner of Black XS, and I still remember how it was. I was wearing a short men's coat, and when the autumn wind picked up, I decided to apply Black XS to my neck. The scent immediately struck me: raspberry, strawberry, and sweetness. Honestly, it so captivated me that I wanted to eat it, and not just me, but those around me too. I could talk for a long time about my emotions and memories, but there's one important detail. This fragrance is no longer produced or sold. What you can find in stores now is completely different from what it used to be. Honestly, it's just disgusting. It's a great pity that the masterpiece of 2005 is gone, and we won't be able to buy it anymore 😔
4/5
4
The fragrance really grabs attention, it's bold and daring. There's a certain synthetic quality to it, but it's as if it draws you in. It's a rebellious and masculine scent that leaves no one indifferent 🌟
5/5
5
The scent from the bottle on someone else's skin just explodes! But I can't wear it myself, and my husband doesn't like it. In the end, we gave it away, and now I regret it! The women's versions sound much simpler, but they really put in the effort for men. Maybe they'll get something too 😄 A spicy gourmand fragrance, at the beginning, there's a hint of green grass, but that's only at the very start
5/5
5
This men's fragrance really grabs attention. Yes, it's a bit sweeter than I expected, but that's exactly its unique charm. Sweetness, warmth, and spice - that's what I feel. Praline, of course, is listed in the pyramid, but for me, this note sounds too soft, not as bright as I'd like. However, cinnamon and woody notes are felt perfectly, and at the beginning, splashes of lemon pleasantly tickle the nose. All in all, it's simply MAGNIFICENT!
5/5
5
This isn't just a fragrance, it's a true masterpiece! Bright and beautiful, it captivated me from the very first moment. I remember it with tenderness and awe to this day. At that time, the lines between men's and women's perfumes weren't so clearly defined, and I wore it with a little embarrassment, as it was clearly a masculine creation. Girls back then preferred sweet floral scents, but I chose something completely different. It was like an act of rebellion and provocation. The fragrance is amazing, sweetly spicy and fresh, simply fire!
5/5
5
How I regret not getting this brown beauty when it was at its peak! Now, it seems the fragrance has changed, and it's not what it used to be. Where is that richness and depth? 😕
4/5
4
Bought a small bottle, an oldie, from 2012. Now they make different bottles, lower and more rounded. The pyramid of the new ones is different, but it smells exactly the same. The fragrance has preserved perfectly. So you can safely buy both old and new versions. I'm thrilled, the scent is just super! 🎉
4/5
4
I received a gift set: 50 ml of eau de toilette and shower gel. The EDT, unfortunately, didn't work for me - the scent was too chemical and flat, completely unimpressive. But the shower gel - that's a real find! I used it up in just two weeks, and the scent lingered on me even until the next shower, especially from my hair! 😄 With the EDT, it's simply not needed, so I bought up all the stock of this gel in online stores!
5/5
5
How magnificent this is! A true floral fireworks display, where freesia, jasmine, and rose simply shine. Aquatic notes add lightness, like a fresh breeze. And fruity accents, such as melon and pear, add a pleasant coolness. It's simply a feast for the senses!
5/5
5
This fragrance, to be honest, didn't impress me. Quite mediocre compared to everything else currently on offer. I only recently tried it, and I had no particular expectations. Yes, it's gourmand, but not every man would dare to wear it. It's certainly hard to call it a masterpiece. The praline scent is too intrusive, overpowering all other notes, and it's simply impossible to get away from it 😒 The paradox is that it's sweet, but not in a pleasant way. All other notes are just background, and the spices sound somewhat out of place. It lasts long, but that doesn't make it better. In terms of scent, it's pure unisex, but not in the best sense. I don't recommend it
5/5
5
A fragrance that came to us from the mid-2000s. It's as if it captured the atmosphere of that time: glamour, parties, bright lights. Although, if we're talking about perfumery, it's quite decent. It will definitely suit young guys, but in my heart, there's some sadness for the bygone days 😔
5/5
5
What a wonderful, captivating, and sweet scent! I used to enjoy it on my boyfriend, then on my husband, and now I wear it myself. It's truly a versatile fragrance. It has a warm sweetness with brown notes and light fresh accents. Simply delightful!
5/5
5
The fragrance is simply amazing, it's incredibly feminine and warm. The longevity is excellent, and the sillage leaves an impression. I can't quite describe my feelings, but there's something playful and honey-like about it 🌸
4/5
4
This fragrance still delights me! It's simply gorgeous, especially for young guys aged 17-20!

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