Donna Karan · 1999
Black Cashmere
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The Story
Black Cashmere is a dark, smoky, and deeply sensual fragrance that wraps you in a blanket of incense and woods. It opens with a sharp burst of black pepper and saffron, then settles into a rich heart of myrrh and labdanum. The base is a warm, leathery blend of cashmere wood, patchouli, and musk. This is a scent for those who love brooding, mysterious perfumes.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Base Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is Black Cashmere still in production?+
Black Cashmere was discontinued around 2010, but you can still find bottles on the secondary market. Our travel spray is a recreation that captures the original scent.
What does Black Cashmere smell like?+
It's a dark, smoky incense scent with spicy top notes of black pepper and saffron, a resinous heart of myrrh and labdanum, and a warm, leathery base of cashmere wood and patchouli.
Is this fragrance suitable for daytime wear?+
It's quite heavy and intense, so it's best suited for evening wear or cold weather. It can be overwhelming in summer or for office wear.
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