CinnamonOpens with
HoneyHeart
PralineDries down to
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Rabanne · Sold as masculine
Black XS L Aphrodisiaque for Men
The quiet confidence of an early morning rendezvous, where the spicy warmth of cinnamon and leather intertwines with the subtle sweetness of honey and praline.
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Black XS L Aphrodisiaque for MenMid-range · $40–100
38%Similar accords, often for lessShaghaf Oud Azraq · Swiss ArabianBudget tier, under $40 · shares cinnamon, honey and leather8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for Men by Rabanne was launched in 2013 and is a Leather fragrance created by perfumer Olivier Cresp. This scent opens with the warmth of cinnamon and saffron, leading into a heart of honey and orange blossom that balances sweetness with a subtle spiciness. The base notes of praline, leather, and almond create an animalic warmth that lingers on the skin, making it a fragrance that invites closeness rather than broadcasts from afar.
This fragrance is best applied in small amounts; the base notes take time to develop and can be overpowering if over-applied. A single spritz on each wrist allows the layers to unfold naturally throughout the day, creating a more nuanced experience close to skin.
Fig. 01 — Black XS L Aphrodisiaque for Men, Rabanne
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
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The originalBlack XS L Aphrodisiaque for MenRabanne · Mid-range · $40–100Swiss Arabian · 2022Shaghaf Oud AzraqShares Cinnamon, Honey and Leatherunder $40★ 4.31 (1,057)38%Match
Swiss Arabian · 2023SHAGHAF OUD AZRAQ CPOShares Cinnamon, Honey and Leatherunder $40★ 4.58 (24)40%Match
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 52%, disliked or hated by 14%.