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    Ink vs. Black Lacquer

    Ink by Akro bottle

    Ink

    Akro
    Eau de Parfum2022
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Is Ink better than Black Lacquer?

    Black Lacquer rates higher with the community.

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Accord profile overlap
    Mood overlap
    Ink
    aromaticwoody

    This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.

    The essentials

    What's different between Ink and Black Lacquer?

    Key facts: Ink vs. Black Lacquer
    InkBlack Lacquer
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20222024
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerOlivier CrespGuillaume Flavigny
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    How do Ink and Black Lacquer smell?

    Ink

    Aromatic
    Woody
    Leather
    Smoky
    Earthy

    Black Lacquer

    Aromatic
    Woody
    Fresh Spicy
    Amber
    Warm Spicy
    Vinyl
    Balsamic
    Rum

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Ink and Black Lacquer share?

    Top
    InkBirch
    InkVinylBlack PepperRum
    Heart
    Jasmine
    Ebony WoodElemiApricotPeony
    Base
    Vetiver
    Frankincense

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Ink or Black Lacquer?

    Community verdict: Ink vs. Black Lacquer
    InkBlack Lacquer
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Ink and Black Lacquer?

    The rubbery drydown polarizes people. It's either the signature you'll wear for years or the note that makes you wash it off within the hour. No middle ground.Ink
    The smoky resin demands the room's full attention, but the ebony wood keeps you in the driver's seat. Tom Ford doesn't play it safe, and neither does anyone wearing this.Black Lacquer

    The hunt

    Where to buy Ink and Black Lacquer

    Best price by size: Ink vs. Black Lacquer
    InkBlack Lacquer
    1.7 oz$10.95fragranceshop$405.00ecosmetics

    Cheapest in-stock offer per size. Retailer links support Silloria at no extra cost to you.

    Good to know

    About Ink vs. Black Lacquer.