How it smells
The first thing you smell is violet leaf and rosemary. The heart brings orris and incense. On the skin it settles into leather and agarwood (oud). Overall it smells amber and woody.
- Came out
- 2020
- Lasts
- 9 to 12 hours
- Best in
- winter
Interlude Black Iris notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
A closer look at Amouage Interlude Black Iris EDP
Amouage is the house behind Interlude Black Iris EDP. It comes as Eau de Parfum.
When in the day to wear Interlude Black Iris
This is more of an evening scent: it shines at dinners, dates and nights out. Its amber side feels cosy and rich after dark.
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Interlude Black Iris longevity
This is a long lasting scent: expect about 9 to 12 hours on skin. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. It lasts longer than Juliette Has A Gun Midnight Oud and Lattafa Velvet Oud. Base notes like leather and agarwood (oud) are the part that stays longest on the skin.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. The Spirit Of Dubai Durra spreads further.
Which weather suits it
It is at its best in winter and fall. It is less suited to summer. From best to least suited, the seasons are winter, fall, spring and summer.
Price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €272, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Lattafa Velvet Oud but less than The Spirit Of Dubai Durra.
Other versions
There are 2 other versions of this perfume, released between 2012 and 2020.
Interlude Black Iris dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Juliette Has A Gun Midnight Oud (8 shared notes), The Spirit Of Dubai Meydan (10 shared notes), Lattafa Velvet Oud (9 shared notes) and The Spirit Of Dubai Durra (15 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Juliette Has A Gun Midnight Oud starts from €99.
Perfume comparisons
See the notes, how long each lasts and the price side by side.
More questions
When did Interlude Black Iris come out?
It came out in 2020.
Can women wear Interlude Black Iris?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
What kind of scent is it?
A scent built on amber and woody.