Basic Black by Bill Blass bottle

Basic Black

Bill Blass
Basic Black by Bill Blass bottle
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Bill Blass

Basic Black

Launched 1991 Feminine
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Description

The story behind this fragrance

Basic Black opens with a warm spiced sweetness—cardamom and bergamot kindle a bright, honeyed peach while ylang-ylang whispers floral depth. The heart blooms into a creamy tuberose and jasmine-led bouquet, softened by honey and the lingering sweetness of carnation, before settling into a rich, earthy base. Oakmoss and vetiver ground the composition while amber, sandalwood, and a touch of coconut create a sensual, almost creamy drydown—musky and intimate, with the faintest animalic warmth threading through the amber and civet.

The Composition

A symphony of notes that unfold over time

TOP NOTES

First impression · 15–30 minutes

Carnation
Peach
Ylang-Ylang
Cardamom
Plum
Bergamot
Mandarin Orange

HEART NOTES

The soul · 2–4 hours

Carnation
Violet
Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang
Honey
Jasmine
Rose
Coriander

BASE NOTES

The lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss
Styrax
Amber
Vetiver
Musk
Sandalwood
Patchouli
Coconut
Benzoin
Civet

Perfect For

💼 Office🗓️ Daily🌃 Evening🎉 Party🍷 Date Night🎩 Formal🛋️ Casual🌳 Outdoor✈️ Travel

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