What's the difference between Costa Rica and Black Phantom?+
Costa Rica is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Destinations (2021) dominated by Vanilla accords. Black Phantom is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2017) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 3 accords: Coffee, Warm Spicy, Woody.
Which is better, Costa Rica or Black Phantom?+
By community rating, Costa Rica scores 4.06/5 vs Black Phantom at 4.08/5. Black Phantom's standout strength: Great performance and longevity. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Costa Rica and Black Phantom smell similar?+
They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Coffee, Warm Spicy, Woody, Coffee, Heliotrope. Black Phantom: 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.
Which lasts longer, Costa Rica or Black Phantom?+
Black Phantom: Great performance and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Costa Rica vs Black Phantom?+
Costa Rica scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Phantom scores highest for winter wear. Costa Rica leans daytime, Black Phantom leans evening.
