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My Burberry Black by Burberry

Women 2016

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Burberry

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My Burberry Black by Burberry is an oriental floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2016, the nose behind this composition is Francis Kurkdjian. The top notes are jasmine; the heart notes are peach and rose; and the base notes are amber and patchouli.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 41%
  • Spring 13%
  • Summer 5.4%
  • Autumn 41%
  • Day 35%
  • Night 65%

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4,085 votes

  • Positive 77%
  • Negative 16%
  • Neutral 7.4%
positive reviews 4.1 k community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageStrong Best momentAutumn CharacterFeminine

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Leading answer I own it

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Leading answer Autumn

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About My Burberry Black

Main accord amber Year 2016 Gender Women Perfumer Francis Kurkdjian

My Burberry Black by Burberry is an oriental floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2016, the nose behind this composition is Francis Kurkdjian. The top notes are jasmine; the heart notes are peach and rose; and the base notes are amber and patchouli.

White flowers Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

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Sillage

Leading answer Strong

2,199 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally feminine

1,292 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

1,168 votes

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  1. This perfume is amazing, a true masterpiece by a great master. Peach and rose notes that smell like heaven. The longevity is insane; I love wearing it on rainy, cold days 💕

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  2. My favorite perfume 😍. Perfect for winter, it has insane projection, and I wear it both day and night.

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  3. BeatrizBlackwood

    It has the perfect touch of animalic notes, perfectly balanced with peach and patchouli. A brown beast unisex scent that leaves me feeling very sensual.

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  4. DaviniaTolkien

    I was hesitant to buy it, but I love the peach note 🍑; I think it’s a before and after moment in perfumery. However, on my skin, I never perceive it, not even a trace of peach or amber sweetness… maybe because I test it in a perfumery with other fragrances nearby. Plus, it reminds me of Kenzo World, by that Francis K that I still value little; for me, it was always artificial and annoying, disappearing in half an hour. My nose is confused by this perfumer; I rarely manage to smell it. I’ll keep evaluating if it’s worth it, but for now, my verdict is NO.

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  5. I didn’t like the opening, the dry down has a rose that’s too potent and the patchouli is very strong. I didn’t enjoy it.

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  6. Unisex fragrance, jasmine, amber, and patchouli with hints of peach. Little peach, the patchouli is the most prominent, but it’s not an unbearable powerhouse; it’s more like Coco Mademoiselle, more wearable and versatile. A serious, elegant, timeless, and nocturnal perfume. It doesn’t feel youthful to me (but tastes vary), it doesn’t impress me too much; I’ve worn it for years but use it little. It’s a good perfume, outside the current gourmand trend, but elegant and a real stunner, that’s not up for debate.

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  7. Powerful and VERY long-lasting. In a world of fruity-patchoulis, flankers, and cheap copies that don’t last two hours, this one has its own personality and is noticeable with just two sprays. Most importantly: you might like it or not, but the quality is evident. Maybe it’s a tiny bit retro from the 2000s, which is positive for me since I love that era. It doesn’t suit everyone, not a blind buy. Maybe because I’m not a rose fan, but you have to recognize Kurkdjian’s hand, masterfully combined in a dense amber syrup of patchouli and a ripe peach, almost like a mirabelle plum. Linear, romantic, and versatile; the patchouli is potent, wearable, and earthy, not chocolatey. My batch is from 2021, macerated, leaves a trail, lasts, and isn’t too expensive. Today I put on two flits at 7, went to work, and after the pool (!) I still smell it. What can I say, if I put it on early, by noon I try others and this one eats the rest for breakfast. Not even with Delina does it happen. I feel it all day, it gets overwhelming, so use it in moderation. Marvelous power. Well done.

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  8. I have many perfumes, designer and niche, but this is undoubtedly the best, the only one I save for special occasions. You look divine with this fragrance, nothing compares to it. I recommend it 1000%.

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  9. An amber, mature peach 🫶. It’s the best Burberry I’ve tried so far, I’ve tried many 😁. You need to know when to wear it; it’s elegant and nocturnal. You should spray it sparingly. I think perfumes lose their charm when we overdo it or wear them in inappropriate climates. My Burberry Black will never be missing from my collection 💞

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  10. I don’t know how the reformulation will be; mine are pre-reformulation, but this is one of the best launches of the last twenty years. Elegant, sexy, nothing vulgar, with impressive longevity and sillage. Generous enough to give and gift; my boyfriend goes crazy for it (though this is secondary, I always perfume myself with what I want). I’ll try to test the reformulated version to give an informed opinion. A real gem ♥️

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  11. My Burberry Black is a feminine and elegant blend of amber and peach, featuring a perfect simplicity that projects beautifully and lasts ten hours intact. On winter clothes, it lingers for weeks without being overpowering, delivering luxury perfume performance. Francis Kurkdjian truly deserves his honored place in modern perfumery: the beauty of this scent improves with time, becoming more intense. While not identical, if you’re looking for something similar without trying it first, Givenchy’s Dhalia Divin is a great reference—both are amber, fruity, sophisticated, and understated. With continued use, I’ve noticed that MBB and Armani Si Eau de Parfum are distinct but share a key point: the delicious dry-down in both. The undisputed king is My Burberry Black: flawless performance, head-turning projection, exquisite and elegant, with a price that remains moderate for a designer line. A solid 10/10—it’s the best longevity in my collection and a benchmark when buying other expensive perfumes. Who will love it: amber lovers.

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  12. I’ve been wearing this for years; I bought it as a gift for my 21st birthday, torn between this and Armani Si Intense. It’s a beast-mode fragrance with incredible longevity and sillage. I loved it back then and still do, but it’s so potent that it gets tiring. I can’t find occasions to wear it since I don’t go out much at night, but I know when the time comes, I’ll use it without hesitation. (2017 Version)

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  13. I agree with Angelard, though I haven’t tried earlier versions. I bought a 30ml bottle from batch 2023, and honestly, it disappointed me. I don’t detect any peach at all; it smells more like apricot, synthetic, and heavy on the amber. I also don’t sense that earthy patchouli. It lasts hours, but it’s not that sweet peach with an earthy base I was hoping for. I know it’s a retro classic, but for a sweet peach with a patchouli base, I still prefer Mitsouko EDP.

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  14. Perla Vencis

    I bought it because everything I read and heard was positive. I won’t deny it smells very feminine. It’s basically an amber peach with a woody touch from the patchouli—that’s what I notice most. For me, it’s ideal for autumn nights or romantic dates since it’s so feminine. I wore it for a couple of months, but eventually put it away because, although it’s a lovely scent, I just couldn’t find enough occasions to use it.

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  15. anamaestracorreo

    Run, don’t wait—they’re discontinuing it! Liar… Today, Monday, June 19, 2023, I passed by El Corte Inglés and they had bottles with batches from two months ago. It seems production has resumed. You can breathe easy now.

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  16. I bought this fragrance because of the contradictory reviews I saw—50 positive and 50 negative—and curiosity got the better of me. I pulled it out last August in a 30ml bottle. Fortunately, I got a super concentrated and potent batch from 2017; at first, it just smelled fermented and threw me off. A month later, I mustered the courage to wear it, still couldn’t detect anything other than an intense patchouli, so I went to visit a friend. I couldn’t find her, so I went looking, and she came out to find me because I left such a strong scent that she immediately said, “Angie was here.” I asked what she smelled, and she said peach jam, super delicious, and I was surprised because I didn’t notice it myself. In December, I wore it again, and my husband went crazy, telling me I smelled rich and like a fine, wealthy woman. A week later, I applied it again, and he was so fascinated he asked for the bottle when we got home; I asked why, and he insisted on knowing what it was until I got jealous and crazy. Today, I only perceive patchouli, peach, and amber, and that 2017 batch lasts 24 hours on skin with high sillage and projection for the first two hours, then drops to moderate but is always noticeable. I bought another 90ml bottle as a backup because they say it’s being discontinued; unfortunately, the one I got was reformulated and from March 2022, but I spray it several times and let it macerate while I use the other. If you get the reformulated version or a recent batch, I recommend spraying it and letting it sit for 4 to 6 months—you’ll see it gains potency and even the liquid changes color. Conclusion: I love it and recommend it 100%.

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  17. A very elegant, sexy, and feminine perfume with impressive longevity. Unfortunately, it’s not for me; it’s too intense. I have a nearly full 90ml bottle that I bought at El Corte Inglés in April 2022. If anyone wants to trade, I’d be happy to.

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  18. Andrea perfumona

    Glad I didn’t buy it blind; it’s a patchouli bomb with something trying to be peach but could also be some red fruit. It’s a scent that reminds me of 80s perfumes my mom’s friends wore. My husband didn’t like it at all. It seems to have good fixation—I washed my hand and it still smells here. It reminds me of this Belle or One Million Privé due to the type of patchouli. I was expecting to feel an amber explosion, and honestly, I don’t notice it.

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  19. Leslie1602

    An exquisite scent! That peach with amber gives those flowers a touch as if they were dusted with a sweet little liqueur, something creamy. A total delight. It’s elegant, very sophisticated, and seductive. It’s more of a night fragrance than a daytime one. Longevity on skin and clothes is vestial. I wouldn’t recommend buying it blind; it’s better to test it on skin or at least on paper. I adore it!

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  20. Marcus_001

    One of my favorite women’s perfumes. Every time I smell it, I feel like spraying it in my mouth. Personally, it smells to me like a dense, dark honey over white flowers and something else that gives it support, like a soft background of white woods. Either way, this perfume boosts any woman’s allure. Best used at night and preferably in cold climates. Longevity and sillage are nuclear.

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  21. Beautiful packaging; the bottle is one of the most elegant in my collection. On my skin, it turns super sweet without being heavy. I loved it. ♥️

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  22. DulceInvierno

    Nocturnal elegance in a bottle with an incredible trail. It’s like seductive velvet on the skin. I have no words for this luxury perfume.

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  23. ZenNatsume

    I first met this via a decant, thinking it was a dark, potent amber. It took a few days for my skin to truly fall in love before I bought the full bottle. The amber shines spectacularly, mixed with peach sweetness, floral jasmine, and a touch of rose, all boosted by a seductive patchouli that makes it addictive. Perfect for cold weather; it’s warm, deep, and sexy. A unisex-feminine fragrance with moderate to intense trail and eternal longevity. It’s a masterpiece in a heavy, quality bottle, though I wouldn’t buy it blindly.

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  24. Unique aroma; I thought it would take a different turn on my skin. The base notes (rose and peach) dominate from the start. Longevity, trail, and projection are top-tier. Almost bought it blindly, glad I could test it first.

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  25. Sensuality, elegance, and femininity. The ad with the woman in the rain on a cold night sums it up perfectly. That’s this scent: balanced sweet peach with amber for strength and projection, and patchouli for character and longevity. I feel unique, unstoppable, and sexy wearing it. I love it. 💕

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  26. This perfume is in a league of its own. The opening is liquor-like, like a fine, sweet, elegant rum, mysterious, mixed with peach and flowers. It feels super ambered and divine.

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  27. I can’t distinguish the notes; wearing it feels like elegant velvet on the skin. I assume it’s the peach, but it gives a skin sensation rather than a fruity one—it’s rare but almost touchable. Longevity is brutal; I wore it yesterday at 5 PM and woke up at 7 AM with bursts of scent. The trail is moderate to high, sometimes noticeable from several meters away. Wonderful!

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  28. Spectacular. A beautiful amber peach. Longevity and projection are amazing. On my skin, it projects for 2-3 hours and then stays close to the skin for another 6. Total, about 9-10 hours of fantastic experience. I hope they don’t discontinue it; I need it.

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  29. I loved this fragrance; ideal for going out at night. It smells like ripe, juicy peaches wrapped in a powdery halo with an amber base. Delicious combination! Excellent longevity, over 10 hours on skin—an eternity on clothes. Moderate and very pleasant trail. 🤍

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