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Black Vines by Kerosene

Men Women 2014

Brand
Kerosene
Perfumer
John Pegg

Description

Black Vines by Kerosene is an oriental vanilla fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is John Pegg.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 42%
  • Spring 8.6%
  • Summer 3.4%
  • Autumn 46%
  • Day 37%
  • Night 63%

Key notes

Community

416 votes

  • Positive 73%
  • Negative 22%
  • Neutral 5.8%
positive reviews 416 community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageModerate Best momentAutumn CharacterUnisex

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Leading answer I want it

1,252 votes

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Leading answer Autumn

290 votes

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Leading answer Night

180 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Black Vines

Main accord soft-spicy Year 2014 Gender Men · Women Perfumer John Pegg

Black Vines by Kerosene is an oriental vanilla fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is John Pegg.

Spices Green, herbal and fougère Resins and balsams Woods and mosses

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

139 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

169 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

105 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

81 votes

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Tell us how it opens, how it settles on your skin, how long it lasts and when you wear it.

  1. Monty Phyton

    Spicy, powdery, and anise-forward with minty hints and a potent black licorice core. Smells like Lolita Lempicka or Heretic. Perfect for Christmas and Three Kings Day—unisex and guaranteed to get compliments (and maybe a few jokes). Whatever it is, it’s a gift that’s truly appreciated. 🕯️ 9/10.🔥

    • Anise
    • Licorice
    • Compliments

  2. oscarsh86

    The opening is a spice bomb, featuring cinnamon, anise, and licorice with a touch of ripe fruit and a green undertone. Over time, the licorice and anise calm down while cinnamon and fruit take the lead. It smells fruity and spicy, sweet but not overpowering. It fades at the end with a subtle vanilla note. At times, it reminds me of chai. Performance is great: long-lasting and projects well, though it’s best worn in cooler weather. I enjoyed it, although the base notes smelled a bit artificial at first until they softened. It’s a fairly unique scent—I can’t recall anything like it. I recommend giving it a try, but never buying blind.

    • Anise
    • Licorice
    • Cinnamon
    • Vanilla

  3. oscarsh86

    Starts with a blast of spices, especially cinnamon, anise, and licorice, with a touch of ripe fruit and a hint of green in the background. Gradually, the licorice and anise settle down while cinnamon and fruit take center stage. It smells both fruity and spicy, sweet but not cloying. It fades at the end with a shy vanilla trail. At times, it reminds me of chai tea. Performance is excellent: long-lasting and strong projection, though it’s best worn in cooler weather. I liked it, although the base notes sounded a bit artificial at first until they softened. It’s a fairly original scent—I don’t recall anything similar. I recommend trying it, but never buying blind.

    • Anise
    • Licorice
    • Cinnamon
    • Vanilla