Black XS opens with an unexpected, sharp combination of Calabrian lemon and Calamondin, softened by the green, slightly medicinal edge of sage and tagetes. Rather than a typical citrus blast, it feels...
The community generally regards this as a versatile performer with solid longevity, often drawing comparisons to the endurance of major designer scents like Bleu de Chanel, though it stops short of being a "beast mode" fragrance.
It is frequently cited as a nostalgic "first fragrance" for many who grew up in the mid-2000s, maintaining a loyal following for its unique, dark fruity profile that stood apart from the oceanic scents of its era.
Most enthusiasts recommend this for evening use, specifically for leisure, dates, or clubbing, rather than professional business settings where the sweetness might feel out of place.
While it performs best in the cool air of autumn and winter, many users find it surprisingly wearable in the spring due to the bright, tart citrus notes in the opening.
