Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Violet
96%
Citrus
93%
Mossy
82%
Powdery
79%
Fruity
77%
Earthy
67%
Fresh
59%
Floral
54%
Sweet
54%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Violet, and Citrus) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Violet, Citrus, and Mossy among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Woody, Violet, Citrus, and Mossy among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
Black VioletbyTom Fordis a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men.Black Violetwas launched in 2007. Black Violet was created by Clement Gavarry and Pascal Gaurin. Top notes are Fruity Notes, Citruses and Bergamot; middle note is Violet; base notes are oak moss and Woodsy Notes.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Black Violet office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.