Roberto Cavalli Nero Assoluto

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Roberto Cavalli Nero Assoluto

Roberto Cavalli · Eau de Parfum (EDP) · 2013

≈ $40 · 2.5oz · approx. retail

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Nero Assoluto (2013) darkens the house's signature orange-blossom oriental with a citrus-orchid opening over a thick vanilla-and-ebony base, making it noticeably richer and smokier than the original. It's aimed squarely at cold-weather, after-dark wear.

The scent

Top notes

The opening · first 15 minutes

Heart notes

The core · the next few hours

Base notes

The dry-down · what lingers

Best for

FallWinterEveningSpecial Occasion

Perfumer

Louise Turner

British · 47 in collection

Givaudan perfumer known for modern gourmand and fruity creations.

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