Or Black 2014
Designed by Vincent Ricord, Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 targets men who appreciate brooding, herbal fragrance profiles without sweet gourmand fillers. The composition pairs biting artemisia and green cardamom with a quiet floral accent of violet and dry cedarwood. It sits comfortably between vintage 1980s aromatic powerhouses and modern dark woody scents. Best worn during crisp spring mornings or brisk fall weather, this scent suits tailored coats, office environments, and evening drinks. Its dark patchouli and musky dry-down appeals directly to collectors seeking vintage barbershop character at a budget price point.
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Expect 6 to 8 hours of longevity on skin, with moderate sillage extending roughly two feet for the first two hours. It settles into an intimate musky cedar aura by the fourth hour. The scent performs best in cool autumn and early spring temperatures below 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 is a dry, aromatic fougere featuring a bitter herbal opening of artemisia and citron. The middle phase reveals cool violet leaf and lavender over a powdery texture. The base resolves into earthy patchouli, cedar, and musky tones. It smells shadowy, green, and woody.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe fresh spicy and aromatic accords lead with sharp artemisia that gradually softens into cool violet. Woody cedar and patchouli ground the fragrance with an earthy, slightly dusty texture that warms on skin over six hours, keeping the powdery musk from feeling too dry or chalky.
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It looks easiest to wear in winter and spring.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Offers vintage dark barbershop character at an affordable price point.
Bitter artemisia opening delivers a distinctive green botanical punch.
Cool violet leaf and lavender heart creates an agreeable aura for autumn.
Controlled arm's length sillage will not overpower small office rooms.
Solid 6 to 8 hour longevity on skin during cold weather wear.
Earthy patchouli and cedar base pairs exceptionally well with heavy wool coats.
Zero sugary vanilla sweetness makes it ideal for traditional fragrance fans.
Vincent Ricord formulation maintains a sophisticated dark oriental fougere structure.
Performs reliably during rainy spring mornings and brisk November evenings.
Great value option for collectors seeking retro French perfumery.
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Sharp artemisia opening can feel overly medicinal for the first fifteen minutes.
Lacks the dense oakmoss and heavy leather depth of the 1982 original version.
Not suited for high summer heat or humid tropical climates.
Powdery violet note may displease buyers who dislike dry herbal textures.
Unlikely to appeal to younger audiences accustomed to sweet gourmands.
Moderate projection means it will not stand out in loud clubbing environments.
Bottle spray nozzle can distribute uneven streams if pressed too lightly.
Dark patchouli base can turn slightly dirty on certain skin chemistries.
Limited retail availability in physical department stores requires ordering online.
May feel too serious or brooding for relaxed weekend beach outings.
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 Review: Dark Bitter Fougere”
The first spritz of Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 delivers an uncompromising blast of bitter artemisia and sour citron. It completely avoids the easy, sugary citrus openings common in contemporary designer bottles, choosing instead a sharp, bitter green herbal intensity. Warm cardamom provides a dry spice underneath, giving the initial spray a distinctly crisp, medicinal tone that immediately establishes its dark and serious character. It feels unapologetically retro and confident from the very first minute on your wrist.
After twenty minutes on skin, the initial biting greenness softens into a cooler aromatic heart centered on violet leaf and herbal lavender. Rosemary adds a camphoraceous herbal nuance that prevents the lavender from smelling like simple soapy laundry detergent. As the heart notes settle over the first hour, a shadowy base of earthy patchouli and dry cedarwood begins to push through the green foliage, anchoring the light herbal top with substantial woody weight and a slight smoky edge.
On warm skin, the dominant fresh spicy and aromatic accords display a dry, dusty evolution. The powdery violet leaf note never turns cosmetic or overly sweet; instead, it acts like a cooling veil over the warm spicy cardamom and clean musk. The composition maintains a dark, earthy tone throughout its entire lifespan, shifting seamlessly from a sharp herbal opening into a warm, brooding skin scent that stays close to your collar during late afternoon wear.
Performance is dependable and remarkably polite without ever becoming loud or abrasive. You can expect 6 to 8 hours of solid wear time on skin, with moderate sillage pushing about arm's length for the first two hours before pulling back. This controlled projection makes Or Black 2014 exceptionally well suited for brisk autumn afternoons, rainy November mornings, dark wool overcoats, and quiet evening dinners where overly sweet clubbing fragrances would feel completely out of place.
This fragrance suits mature wearers, vintage perfume enthusiasts, and collectors who appreciate the dark aromatic fougeres of past decades. If your preference leans toward sweet vanilla, heavy ambroxan, or bright aquatics, this sharp herbal profile will likely clash with your personal taste. However, if you enjoy dry woods, rainy weather aesthetics, tailored dark clothing, and bitter green botanicals, this scent fills an important niche in a cold weather rotation.
Perfumer Vincent Ricord crafted a respectable modern interpretation of Morabito's 1982 legend. While it sacrifices some of the dense leather and oakmoss depth found in original vintage pressings, Or Black 2014 stands firmly on its own as an affordable, moody aromatic fragrance for daily rotation. Sample first if you are skeptical of bitter artemisia, but fans of vintage dark fougeres can add this bottle to their cart with total confidence.
FAQs
What does Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 smell like?+
Or Black 2014 smells bitter, green, and woody. It opens with sharp citron and herbal artemisia, transitions into cool violet leaf and lavender, and settles into dry cedarwood and patchouli. It carries a mature, dark barbershop feel without any gourmand sweetness.
How does Or Black 2014 evolve from opening to dry-down?+
The initial spray hits with a biting, medicinal blast of artemisia and citron. Within twenty minutes, powdery violet leaf and rosemary soften the sharp edges. By hour three, it dries down into a shadowy base of patchouli, cedar, and subtle musk that hugs the skin.
How long does Or Black 2014 last on skin?+
Or Black 2014 lasts between 6 and 8 hours on skin during cold weather. Applying it to wool coats or shirt collars can stretch its wear time past ten hours, with bitter herbal notes lingering quietly throughout the workday.
Does Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014 project heavily?+
No, Or Black 2014 projects moderately. It creates a subtle arm's length aromatic scent bubble of lavender and cedar for the first two hours before pulling closer to the skin, making it respectful in tight office spaces.
What season is best for wearing Or Black 2014?+
Autumn and winter are the ideal seasons for Or Black 2014. The cool air balances the sharp artemisia top and brings out the warmth of patchouli and cedar, whereas summer heat can make it smell overly intense.
What occasions suit Pascal Morabito Or Black 2014?+
This fragrance suits formal office settings, business dinners, rainy day commutes, and evening walks in crisp weather. Its dark woody character pairs best with dark suits, leather jackets, or heavy autumn knitwear.
Is Or Black 2014 strictly a men's cologne?+
Or Black 2014 leans traditionally masculine due to its barbershop backbone of lavender, rosemary, and cedar. However, anyone who enjoys dry, bitter green botanicals and earthy patchouli can comfortably wear this composition regardless of gender.
Who is the ideal wearer for Or Black 2014?+
Or Black 2014 fits mature wearers, vintage fragrance enthusiasts, and collectors who appreciate retro 1980s dark fougeres. Shoppers looking for modern sugary vanilla or sweet blue aquatics will find this bitter herbal profile too medicinal for their taste.
Can you layer Or Black 2014 with other perfumes?+
You can layer Or Black 2014 with clean amber or straightforward vanilla oils to soften its sharp artemisia edge. Adding a single spray of a sweet woody fragrance can round out the bitter herbal opening for evening wear.
How does Or Black 2014 compare to the 1982 original?+
The 2014 version by Vincent Ricord is lighter and greener than the 1982 original. It relies more heavily on violet leaf and fresh spicy lavender, sacrificing some of the dense leather and heavy oakmoss depth of vintage bottles.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREIf you want similar dark barbershop vibes, check out Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir for a pine-heavy green edge or YSL Rive Gauche pour Homme for a creamier lavender profile. Collectors of the original 1982 Or Black will find this version lighter on leather but heavy on violet leaf.
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