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Home Fragrances Sean John Unforgivable Unforgivable Black
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Eau de toilette

Sean John Unforgivable Black

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Male
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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

The house of Sean John gifted the world with Unforgivable Black in 2008. A masculine fragrance rooted in the citrus and aromatic families. A fragrance from the Unforgivable collection, in eau de toilette.

Country of origin — the United States. Unforgivable Black Sean John — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and boys
Very high fragrance longevity

The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes

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Sillage
Extremely noticeable

The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.

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Style
Everyday

The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences

Everyday
Concentration
Eau de toilette

A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne

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Fragrance seasonality
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The olfactory structure of Unforgivable Black evolves as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The style of Sean John is evident in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette sets a balanced rhythm of unfolding.

The gender direction is masculine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.

In the top tier you catch radiant lemon-bergamot first notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Grapefruit and Green Mandarin.

In the middle phase you sense Basil, Clary Sage, Iris and Rosemary carrying a noble herbal direction. At drydown level the line is anchored through Ambergris, Cashmeran, Coconut Rum, Sandalwood and Tonka bean, reinforcing a viscous resinous trail.

From the group perspective the structure relies on Citrus, Spicy, Green and Fruit. The framework further includes Aromatic, Floral, Ambery and Musk. From a family perspective the scent maps to Aromatic and Citrus.

In summary Unforgivable Black sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.

Gender Male
Brand Sean John
Segment Celebrity perfume
Country United States
Website http://www.seanjohn.com
Year of production 2008
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Estée Lauder Companies

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
Bergamot
Note photo Cardamom
Cardamom
Note photo Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Note photo Basil
Basil
Note photo Clary Sage
Clary Sage
Note photo Iris
Iris
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Cashmeran
Cashmeran
Note photo Coconut Rum
Coconut Rum

Top notes

Bergamot Cardamom Grapefruit Green Mandarin Lavender Lemon Pear Tangerine

Heart notes

Basil Clary Sage Iris Rosemary

Base notes

Ambergris Cashmeran Coconut Rum Sandalwood Tonka bean

Families

Family Aromatic Aromatic
Family Citrus Citrus

Fragrance characteristics

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Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
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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
Very high (more than 12 hours)
5
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
Very conspicuous
5
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
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Male
100%
Unisex
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Female
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For every day
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Sex
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For Holiday
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Theatre
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Office
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Spring
Spring
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Summer
Summer
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Autumn
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For what style / mood
Casual
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Gala
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Classic
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Avant-garde
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Romantic
50%
Sporty
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For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
50%
26-35 years old
50%
36-45 years
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46+ years old
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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
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Enter the cloud
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1-2 atomisations
100%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
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4-5 sprays
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Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
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On the wrist
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On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
50%
Behind the ears
0%
On the elbow
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On the abdomen
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On the back of the hand
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On clothes
50%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
0%
1-2 atomisations
100%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
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4-5 sprays
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Associations
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Freshness
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Exoticism
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Luxury
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Euphoria
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Passion
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Joy
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Calm
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Excitement
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Sadness
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Intensity
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The citrus notes in this fragrance are simply magnificent, especially when combined with light nuances of powder and wood. It's truly dramatic, yet not overwhelming. The spices create a cozy feeling and sound simply amazing!!
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