Side-by-side comparison of Blend No.83 by Imaginary Authors and Black Phantom by By Kilian
Imaginary Authors
By Kilian
| Attribute | Blend No.83 | Black Phantom |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Imaginary Authors | By Kilian |
| Year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Rating | 4.22 | 4.08 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 0 | 11 |
30 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
/10
Blend No. 83 shows promise with an impressive coffee and chocolate opening but disappoints many with weak projection and a heavy benzoin dry down that doesn't match the initial appeal. The fragrance's performance issues and lack of sampling availability make it a risky blind buy at the $105 price point.
83 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.2
/10
Black Phantom is a divisive gourmand fragrance with strong performance that appeals to some but disappoints others who find it too cloying and overly hyped. Community members appreciate its unique rum and burned sugar character but note it often underperforms against expectations set by its reputation.