Black Sapphire by Samy Andraus Fragrances bottle
Samy Andraus Fragrances

Black Sapphire

3.0/5 · 7 votes Unisex 2020
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
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Character

Longevity3.3/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day100
Night100
Spring100
Summer100
Winter100
Fall50
Our take

Black Sapphire fits a wearer who wants a fruity chypre that still feels grounded. It works well for daytime in cooler seasons when a sweet opening will not feel heavy, and it suits someone who enjoys mossy textures alongside bright fruit. The fragrance is unisex and leans toward a niche feel rather than a mass-market polish, so it appeals to those who like a composition that shows its structure instead of smoothing every edge.

The top opens with black currant, pineapple and apple, giving a crisp and juicy first impression. Oakmoss and birch arrive in the heart to add a mossy, woody dryness that pulls the fruit away from candy. Vanilla and ambergris in the base bring a soft, sweet warmth that rounds the moss without hiding it. The accord list also includes leather, smoky, earthy and soft spicy facets, which give the blend a slightly rugged character beneath the sugar. The synthetic edge on the fruit is noticeable and can feel sharp next to the natural moss, and the vanilla leans sweet enough that anyone who prefers dry compositions may find the balance tilted too far toward sugar.

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