NettleOpens with
LavenderHeart
SuedeDries down to
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Alfred Dunhill · Sold as masculine
Dunhill Black
The crisp precision of a well-polished desk in an office, where the green freshness of nettle meets the rich warmth of leather-bound files and wooden drawers.
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Dunhill BlackMid-range · $40–100
38%Similar accords, often for lessEnergetically New York Elixir · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares jasmine and suede8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2008, Dunhill Black by Alfred Dunhill is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that channels the brand's heritage of precision and craftsmanship. The composition opens with nettle, lending an unexpected freshness to the aromatic profile before lavender and jasmine take center stage. These floral notes are then grounded by base accords of suede, guaiac wood, and Virginia cedar, creating a robust yet refined scent. This fragrance embodies the modern man's duality — fresh and sharp but also deeply rooted in tradition.
Apply Dunhill Black with two sprays to ensure that the aromatic opening does not overpower the woody base. The suede notes take time to develop, so this fragrance is best for daytime wear when it can evolve naturally over hours.
Fig. 01 — Dunhill Black, Alfred Dunhill
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Louise Turner
The niche whispererLouise Turner is a senior perfumer at Givaudan whose refined, textured compositions have made her a favorite of luxury and niche houses alike.
Designer Alfred Dunhill
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With Alfred Dunhill Blend 30
Adds warm spicy, amber and mossy; shares lavender and jasmine.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 23%, disliked or hated by 16%.