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    Black Saffron Absolu vs. Black Gold

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Is Black Saffron Absolu better than Black Gold?

    Black Gold rates higher with the community.

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Accord profile overlap
    Shared notes
    Black LeatherNutmegOudRose
    leatherwarm spicyvioletpowdery

    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 Black Saffron Absolu and Black Gold?

    Key facts: Black Saffron Absolu vs. Black Gold
    Black Saffron AbsoluBlack Gold
    ConcentrationAbsoluEau de Parfum
    Launched20262017
    GenderUnisexMale
    PerfumerJérôme EpinettePierre Montale
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    How do Black Saffron Absolu and Black Gold smell?

    Black Saffron Absolu

    Leather
    Warm Spicy
    Animalic
    Violet
    Rose
    Fruity
    Metallic
    Smoky

    Black Gold

    Woody
    Lavender
    Fresh Spicy
    Aromatic
    Violet
    Powdery
    Warm Spicy
    Floral

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Black Saffron Absolu and Black Gold share?

    Top
    BlackcurrantNutmegBlack PepperSaffron
    LavenderCitrus fruitsOudCinnamonNutmeg
    Heart
    OsmanthusPurple OrchidRaspberryRose
    VioletJasmine"JasminePatchouli LeafRoseAquatic Notes
    Base
    Black LeatherOudPatchouli
    AmberWhite MuskVetiverWoody NotesLeather

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Black Saffron Absolu or Black Gold?

    Community verdict: Black Saffron Absolu vs. Black Gold
    Black Saffron AbsoluBlack Gold
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Black Saffron Absolu and Black Gold?

    The leather is the dealbreaker. If you've been burned by other leather fragrances, this one earns another look. The Absolu concentration amplifies everything from the original Black Saffron.Black Saffron Absolu
    The violet-and-jasmine heart divides the room. Some find it powdery and refined. Others wonder what happened to the leather they signed up for. Here's the thing.Black Gold

    The hunt

    Where to buy Black Saffron Absolu and Black Gold

    Best price by size: Black Saffron Absolu vs. Black Gold
    Black Saffron AbsoluBlack Gold
    4 oz$78.95fragranceshop

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

    Good to know

    About Black Saffron Absolu vs. Black Gold.