By Night Black
Created for wearers who prefer brisk, aromatic greenery over heavy designer sweetness, By Night Black offers a refined approach to masculine woods. Bertrand Duchaufour designed this perfume around an interplay of sharp citrus zest, resinous pine, and dry cedar. It suits professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and vintage cologne lovers who want something crisp yet contemplative. The blend of bitter orange, cypress, and smoky incense creates an aura that feels polished in spring and summer heat. While initially targeted at men, anyone who enjoys dry herbal profiles will appreciate its balance. It wears comfortably to the office, weekend gatherings, or calm outdoor evenings when you want a clean, grounded scent trail that never overwhelms a room.
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Performance Metrics
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Wearers report moderate longevity overall, with the majority of community votes placing wear time at 3 to 6 hours, alongside a smaller cluster experiencing 7 to 12 hours. Sillage is primarily moderate, projecting at an arm's length before settling into an intimate, woody skin scent after a couple of hours.
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By Night Black centers on dry wood and brisk herbs. It combines bright lime, cypress, and juniper at the top, a smoky pine and incense heart, and a base anchored by clean cedar. The overall scent feels green, dry, and coniferous with a gentle citrus sparkle.
Main Accords
6 MAPPEDThe dominant woody accord leads from start to finish, supported by aromatic needles and fresh spicy herbs. Bright citrus accords create an invigorating opening, but they step aside within thirty minutes to let cool green tones, smoky incense, and dry woods define the rest of the day.
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It looks easiest to wear in spring and summer. The vote picture leans most toward night.
Pros & Cons
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Crisp opening powered by lime, bitter orange, and aromatic cypress
Features an evocative blend of natural pine and clean incense
Masterfully blended by noted perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour
Excellent choice for spring and summer daytime wear
Non-cloying profile that avoids heavy, modern sugar accords
Subtle cedar base provides a clean, dry, professional drydown
Versatile enough for office settings without choking coworkers
Appeals strongly to collectors of herbal and coniferous fragrances
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Longevity is rated moderate by most wearers, often fading after 3 to 6 hours
The black name is misleading for what is essentially a fresh, green scent
Jasmine and rock rose middle notes can feel divisive against the dry woods
Limited projection that quickly reduces to an intimate skin scent
Poor fit for cold winter weather according to low community seasonal votes
Hard to find and sample due to limited niche retail distribution
Lacks the rich, heavy density of other creations from the perfume house
Retail pricing is viewed as steep by several community reviewers
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“By Night Black Editorial Review: Coastal Pine and Incense”
The first spray of By Night Black by Profumi del Forte introduces a burst of aromatic foliage and tart fruit. Bitter orange, lime, and mandarin orange provide an initial citrus spark that feels zesty rather than sweet. Almost immediately, juniper berries, green cypress, and leafy basil create a sharp, invigorating herbal opening. Fig leaf adds a bitter, sap-like freshness, while soft lavender smooths out the edges. It is a crisp, bracing introduction that calls to mind shaded Mediterranean pines near the sea.
As the bright citrus notes recede, the scent settles into a dry, resinous core. Pine needles and herbal mate tea step forward, giving the composition an outdoorsy, slightly smoky texture. Incense weaves through this green thicket, bringing a quiet touch of cool ash rather than sweet church smoke. A faint whisper of jasmine keeps the conifers from feeling stark, though the floral presence remains entirely in the background. In the deep drydown, natural cedar takes over, grounding the lingering smoke with clean, splintered wood.
Throughout the wear, the accords shift from a citrus aromatic fresh spicy perfume into a dry, woody scent. The green, herbal top notes project noticeably during the first hour before settling into the skin. As the morning progresses, the pine and incense emerge to dominate the middle phase, producing a dry, contemplative aura. By mid-afternoon, only the quiet cedar and faint trails of mate and cypress remain close to the skin, keeping the scent crisp and devoid of sugary amber.
Community votes rate the longevity as moderate, with 12 out of 28 wearers noting between 3 and 6 hours of wear, although five wearers report eternal longevity. Sillage receives mostly moderate votes, creating a polite bubble roughly an arm's length away, with a smaller group reporting enormous projection. This moderate footprint makes it well suited for spring and summer days, casual weekend walks, and office wear. It does not choke out close quarters, functioning smoothly in warm breezes.
This woody fragrance for men appeals to admirers of classic herbal aromatics, incense lovers, and anyone seeking a dry fig leaf perfume without creamy fruitiness. Those who prefer modern gourmand sweetness, heavy vanilla, or bold amber bases should steer clear. If you expect a dark, heavy oriental fragrance based on the word black in the title, the airy conifers and brisk citrus here may disappoint you.
By Night Black is a thoughtful, pine-tinted study in natural aromatics. It balances Italian citrus against cool forest floor accords with remarkable restraint. Because opinions on its longevity and floral balance differ, ordering a small sample before committing to a full bottle remains the most sensible approach.
FAQs
What does By Night Black smell like?+
By Night Black smells like a fresh, dry pine forest laced with aromatic citrus and cool incense. The fragrance opens with a brisk combination of lime, bitter orange, cypress, and juniper. As the citrus subsides, pine needles, smoky incense, and herbal mate create a green, woody atmosphere before resting on a clean base of natural cedar wood.
How long does By Night Black last on skin?+
Most community voters report that By Night Black lasts between 3 and 6 hours on skin. Twelve wearers voted its longevity as moderate, while ten voters noted longer wear stretching beyond 7 hours. However, multiple user reviews observe that the aromatic top notes settle into a subtle woody skin scent within two hours of application.
Is By Night Black strong in projection and sillage?+
By Night Black exhibits moderate projection that stays within an arm's length for most wearers. Eighteen community members voted its sillage as moderate, with only a small number noting enormous or intimate projection. It announces itself clearly during the first hour of wear before softening into an understated, office-friendly aroma.
What seasons are best for wearing By Night Black?+
Spring and summer are the best seasons to wear By Night Black. Community seasonal votes show equal high preferences for spring and summer with 18 votes each, compared to only 2 votes for winter. The crisp citrus, aromatic pine, and airy incense thrive in warm temperatures and breezy outdoor settings.
Is By Night Black a masculine or feminine fragrance?+
By Night Black leans distinctly masculine, though confident women who enjoy dry woods can easily wear it. Community gender voting heavily favors men, and the brand officially marketed it for men. The combination of juniper, cypress, pine, and cedar creates a classic barbershop-adjacent herbal profile that feels grounded and traditionally masculine.
What perfumes are similar to By Night Black?+
Perfumes similar to By Night Black include Rasasi Wild on Wood, Herve Gambs Eden Palace, and Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme. Wearers note shared coniferous, resinous qualities with these scents. Tom Ford Grey Vetiver also shares an aromatic, citrus-woody poise, although it features clean vetiver rather than pine and cypress.
Who created By Night Black by Profumi del Forte?+
By Night Black was created by master perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour and launched in 2009. Known for his expertise in working with incense and transparent natural accords, Duchaufour built this fragrance around Mediterranean conifers, Italian citrus, and resinous undertones, capturing the atmosphere of coastal Forte dei Marmi.
Can By Night Black be worn to work or the office?+
By Night Black is well suited for office and work wear due to its dry, moderate projection. Because it avoids sweet vanilla and heavy spices, the pine, cedar, and citrus stay polite and unobtrusive. Wearers note that it projects an aura of clean, quiet professionalism without distracting colleagues.
Is By Night Black worth blind buying?+
You should sample By Night Black before buying a full bottle due to mixed opinions on its longevity and floral notes. Some wearers find the blend of jasmine and pine polarising, while others note its moderate projection fades too quickly. Testing a sample ensures the drydown matches your expectations.
How does By Night Black develop from opening to dry-down?+
By Night Black transitions from a sharp, zesty citrus herbal opening into a dry, smoky cedar finish. The initial blast features lime, bitter orange, juniper, and fig leaf. Over the middle hours, green pine and incense take the lead before fading into a quiet, clean cedar skin scent.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREReviewers often compare By Night Black to Rasasi Wild on Wood and Herve Gambs Eden Palace for their shared coniferous and woody qualities. Tom Ford Grey Vetiver offers a cleaner, more soapy citrus and root profile, while Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme delivers much darker, earthier vetiver smoke without the brisk Mediterranean citrus top.
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