Game of Spades Black Sapphire by Jo Milano Paris
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Game of Spades Black Sapphire: A Woody Musk Floral Fragrance by Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Black Sapphire by Jo Milano Paris is a woody musk floral fragrance designed for both men and women. It opens with crisp fruit and citrus, then settles into a warm, woody base. Top notes include pear, bergamot, ginger, and mandarin orange. The heart…
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Key notes
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Top
Pear
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Heart
orange blossom
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Base
Akigalawood
Community
27 votes
- Positive 89%
- Negative 3.7%
- Neutral 7.4%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
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Leading answer Love it
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Season
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About Game of Spades Black Sapphire
Game of Spades Black Sapphire: A Woody Musk Floral Fragrance by Jo Milano Paris
Game of Spades Black Sapphire by Jo Milano Paris is a woody musk floral fragrance designed for both men and women. It opens with crisp fruit and citrus, then settles into a warm, woody base.
Top notes include pear, bergamot, ginger, and mandarin orange. The heart features orange blossom and Georgywood, while the base rests on Akigalawood, Ambrofix™, musk, and cedar.
The first impression is bright and lightly spicy. Pear adds juicy sweetness, while bergamot and mandarin deliver a citrusy spark. Ginger gives the opening a lively edge that keeps the composition from feeling too soft.
At the heart, orange blossom introduces a delicate white floral facet, balanced by Georgywood, a smooth woody note. This combination creates a seamless transition from the crisp top notes into deeper, more comfortable accords.
The base is anchored by Akigalawood and cedar, which reinforce the woody character. Ambrofix™ and musk add warmth and a subtle powdery finish, giving the fragrance an elegant, contemporary feel.
Key accords in the composition include citrus, woody, fruity, sweet, white floral, oud, musky, fresh spicy, aquatic, and powdery. This variety means the scent evolves noticeably throughout the day.
With an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 based on 27 ratings, Game of Spades Black Sapphire stands out as a versatile option in Jo Milano Paris's Game of Spades collection.
This fragrance will appeal to anyone looking for a modern unisex scent with citrus freshness, a floral heart, and a woody musk base. It's also a good fit for fans of sweet, lightly spicy, and powdery perfumes.
Overall, Game of Spades Black Sapphire is a balanced and distinctive fragrance, suitable for both daytime wear and evening occasions. For men and women who want an elegant scent with presence, it's a solid choice.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
24 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
24 votes
Character
Leading answer Leans masculine
25 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
23 votes
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As a clone of Blue Talisman, this is very lacking. The same thing happens to me as with Wildcard: the scent isn’t bad and it will probably get good comments from people around you. However, when you compare it side by side with the original product, you realize they’re light-years apart. This can be summed up very easily: you take the base of Blue Talisman and add tons of Ambroxan and Cashmeran to boost the smell, giving it monstrous strength and longevity. However, to gain strength, the perfume sacrifices the most important thing: the scent. The sensation when smelling it up close is scratchy, almost annoying. It’s like listening to a beginner play a song through a distorted speaker at full volume. There’s no concern for doing justice to the original work; it’s all about power and standing out. If you’re looking for an affordable clone of Blue Talisman, Turathi Electric is a better option. The edges are much more refined, though it’s also true that it lasts and projects less. Still, you’re going to smell much better than with Black Sapphire.