Charlie Black by Revlon bottle
Revlon

Charlie Black

3.4/5 · 51 votes Unisex 2009
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity2.6/5
Sillage3.4/5
Day71
Night76
Fall100
Winter59
Spring29
Summer18
Our take

Charlie Black opens with a bright splash of mandarin orange that meets a dark cherry, the two cut by the watery snap of litchi. The fruit feels immediate and loud, then the heart arrives with almond and caramel that pull the sweetness into a thicker, creamier space. There is a powdery softness here that keeps the gourmand edge from feeling sticky, while the vanilla and heliotrope at the base wrap the composition in a gentle, persistent cloud.

Revlon built this for cold air and heavy coats, the kind of morning when the sidewalk is damp and the wind demands something warm on the skin. The amber and coumarin give it a gentle glow that suits a quieter day, not a crowded party, and the musk lingers close without asking for attention. It is a friendly scent that stays personal, never aggressive, and it suits someone who wants to smell like a treat without announcing every step.

The nutty almond runs through the whole wear and keeps the fruit from slipping into something juvenile. People who prefer crisp, green florals will find this too soft and too sweet for their taste. It is best on someone who enjoys a vanilla that feels familiar and a powdery finish that recalls vintage compacts. The final impression is a smooth, almond-heavy warmth.

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