Man In Black

Bvlgari Man In Black by Bvlgari (2014)

Released in 2014 to celebrate Bvlgari’s 130th anniversary and crafted by master perfumer Alberto Morillas, Bvlgari Man In Black is one of the most successful masculine designer fragrances of the past decade. Built around rum accord, spices, cardamom, leather, tuberose, iris, tonka bean, benzoin, and amber, this oriental composition captures bold charismatic masculinity through Morillas’s refined technique. The line has expanded with Man In Black Parfum (2024) and Man In Black Eau de Parfum Intense flankers.

Our interpretation captures the same iconic bold masculine signature as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

Bottle size: 50ml · Concentration: Eau de Parfum (up to 40% perfume oil) · Made in EU

How It Smells

The opening is immediately bold and boozy with rich rum accord laced by warm spices. There is no shy citrus burst. Man In Black announces its sensual confidence from the first spray.

The heart introduces an unusual combination: rich leather paired with creamy tuberose and refined iris, creating a masculine floral character that distinguishes the fragrance from typical oriental masculines. The dry-down settles on warm tonka bean, smooth benzoin, soft amber, and refined woody notes. A base that lingers on skin for many hours with sensual, slightly sweet, deeply masculine depth.

Notes

Top: Rum Accord, Spices, Cardamom
Heart: Leather, Tuberose, Iris
Base: Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Amber, Woody Notes

How Our Version Compares

Our interpretation captures the rum-spices opening, leather-tuberose heart, and warm tonka-benzoin-amber base that defines Bvlgari Man In Black. Built as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum at up to 40% concentration, typically 8 to 10 hours on skin, longer on fabric.

Common Questions

Does Bvlgari Man In Black smell like rum?

Yes. The rum accord is central from the opening, giving the fragrance its distinctive boozy-warm character that distinguishes it from typical masculine designers.

Is Man In Black office appropriate?

It works better for evening and cool weather wear given the warm sensual character. Strong projection in the first hours.

Who created Bvlgari Man In Black?

The fragrance was crafted by Alberto Morillas, the same perfumer behind Bvlgari Man, BLV, Calvin Klein CK One, and many luxury compositions.

How long does this fragrance last on the skin?

Typically 8 to 10 hours on skin, longer on clothing.

Comparative Advertising Disclaimer: This product is inspired by and compared to Bvlgari’s Bvlgari Man In Black, but is not identical and is not affiliated with Bvlgari or LVMH. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Product names are used for reference only.