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Cool Black by Mandarina Duck

Mandarina Duck· 2013

Cool Black

7.9103Typically ~$35

Mostly bergamot and lemon zest, warmed by musk. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

SweetFreshCitrusSpicyResinous

Perfumer: Nathalie Lorson

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Lemon zest Black pepper

Heart notes

Elemi resin Violet Hyssop

Base notes

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

91%

Spring

92%

Summer

80%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

87%

Where

Office

91%

Casual

100%

Date

91%

Club

64%

Formal

82%

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

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Sport

59%