City Black XX
City

Black XX

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Black XX by Cityis a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Black XX was launched in 2012. Top notes are Mandarin Orange and Red Apple; middle notes are Woody Notes and Leather; base notes are Amber, Oakmoss, Vanilla and Labdanum.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity2–4 hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Black XX

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Black XX is the right pick.

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Common questions about Black XX

What does City Black XX smell like?+

City Black XX is a fruity, leather, and musky fragrance. The opening is red apple and mandarin orange. the heart settles on leather. the dry-down rests on woody notes, amber, and oakmoss.

How long does City Black XX last on skin?+

City Black XX is estimated to last 2–4 hrs on skin (a 2/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of City Black XX?+

City Black XX projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear City Black XX?+

City Black XX is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply City Black XX during the day?+

Based on the note structure, expect to re-spray every 2-3 hours for sustained presence. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is City Black XX worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

City Black XX fits collectors looking for fruity, leather, and musky signature. ScentCast members can add City Black XX to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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