RumOpens with
Dark ChocolateHeart
CaramelDries down to
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By Kilian · Sold as unisex
Black Phantom
The moment when a rich dessert transitions from bitter to sweet, lingering long after the last bite.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Black PhantomLuxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessCheirosa '62 · Sol de JaneiroMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2017, Black Phantom by By Kilian is a rich and indulgent Oriental Vanilla fragrance created by perfumer Sidonie Lancesseur. It opens with a bold rum note that sets the stage for an intense olfactory experience. The heart of dark chocolate, coffee, and almond creates a complex interplay between sweetness and bitterness, often described as having a 'cyanide-like' edge in its initial moments. As it evolves, caramel and tonka bean provide warmth and depth, creating a roasted marshmallow effect that has earned praise from gourmand enthusiasts. This fragrance is not for the faint of heart; it demands attention with every layer.
Black Phantom is a scent that demands close attention; it's best applied with two sprays and left to evolve on your skin. The initial bitterness fades within an hour, giving way to its sweeter heart notes. It pairs well with cool evenings but can be overpowering in warmer climates.
Fig. 01 — Black Phantom, By Kilian
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Sidonie Lancesseur
Woody scents from a countryside childhoodSidonie Lancesseur discovered her passion for scent during family vacations in the French countryside, and a meeting at age 12 with a family friend in the perfume industry ignited her ambition to express herself through fragrance.
The Black Phantom line
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Designer By Kilian
More from the house · founded 2007 · Ireland
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 14%.