Hot! Fragrances Black by Ulric de Varens bottle
Ulric de Varens

Hot! Fragrances Black

3.9/5 · 16 votes Masculine 2008
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Longevity2.0/5
Sillage2.5/5
Day75
Night100
Fall75
Spring50
Summer50
Winter50
Our take

Ulric de Varens sends three citrus oils into the air at once. Lemon, mandarin orange, and grapefruit collide in a bright, slightly sharp opening that cuts through the cooler air of a parked car with the windows down. The fruit is loud and unpolished, more zest than juice, and it arrives with a rush that demands attention before the heavier elements have even settled.

Teak wood and vetiver take over the center with a dry, earthy weight. The wood feels smooth and carved, while the vetiver adds a rooty edge that keeps the citrus from smelling like a cleaning product. There is a masculine, grounded quality here that pulls the scent away from the beach and into a space filled with dim lighting and the low hum of conversation.

Leather and amber form a base that feels warm against the skin. The leather is not harsh or animalic, but it carries a distinct scent of a well-worn jacket. Amber wraps around it with a golden, resinous touch that softens the wood. Together they create a texture that feels expensive in a casual way, sitting close to the body while the room fills with the mix of wood and hide.

The overall impression is a blend of fresh start and dark finish, moving from a bright morning energy into a night that smells of polished wood and tanned leather. It suits a man who wants his presence felt through a classic combination of fruit and forest floor, carried forward by a material that feels

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