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Black Papyrus by H&M — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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H&M· 2019

Black Papyrus

Typically ~$12

Cinnamon at first spray; labdanum is what stays on skin. Best in fall, made for dates.

SpicyWoodyOrientalPowderyEarthy

Scent profile

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A fall and winter fragrance that comes alive after dark — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

94%

Spring

56%

Summer

34%

Fall

100%

Day

72%

Night

100%

Where

Office

73%

Casual

82%

Date

100%

Club

67%

Formal

92%

Performance

Longevitylong-lasting

Sillageroom-filling

Season & occasion fit is derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes (100% = its strongest setting). Longevity and sillage reflect community reports.

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