Question 1

What's the difference between Barbara and Black?

Accepted Answer

Barbara is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Esther P (2013) dominated by Powdery accords. Black is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bvlgari (1998) leaning on Leather accords. They share 3 accords: Powdery, Musky, Animalic.

Question 2

Which is better, Barbara or Black?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Barbara scores 4.14/5 vs Black at 4.12/5. Black's standout strength: Unique dark vanilla with burnt rubber/smoky character that's memorable and distinctive. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Barbara and Black smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Powdery, Musky, Animalic, Jasmine, Musk. Black: La comunità di r/fragrance considera Bvlgari Black un classico di culto molto apprezzato, in particolare la formulazione originale degli anni '90 con il suo caratteristico profumo di vaniglia scura e gomma bruciata.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Barbara or Black?

Accepted Answer

Black: Good longevity on skin despite moderate projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Barbara vs Black?

Accepted Answer

Barbara scores highest for spring wear; Black scores highest for fall wear. Barbara leans daytime, Black leans evening.

Barbara vs Black

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (2)

Esclusive di Barbara (6)

Esclusive di Black (9)

Accordi in comune (3)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Black

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Attributo	Barbara	Black
Marchio	Esther P	Bvlgari
Anno	2013	1998
Valutazione	4.14	4.12
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	feminine
Note totali	8	11