Italiano Nero vs Black XS L'Excès

Bergamot and lemon give this a fresh opening. Lavender and cypress follow, with amber and patchouli bringing warmth and earthiness as it settles.

How they compare

Italiano Nero could suit you if you’d like more freshness and less earthiness than Black XS L'Excès.

Scent accords and expected performance: Italiano Nero compared with Black XS L'Excès
Italiano NeroAccord or measureBlack XS L'Excès
Scent profile
Amber
Earthy
Aromatic
Fresh
Citrus
Sweet
Performance
ModerateProjectionModerate
Very long-lasting9+ hrsLongevityLong-lasting6–9 hrs
Key differences
  • Less earthinessEstimated 3 out of 5 for Italiano Nero, 4 for Black XS L'Excès.
  • Longer longevityEstimated very long-lasting for Italiano Nero, long-lasting for Black XS L'Excès.
Reading this chart

Estimated prominence, from 1 (a background trace) to 5 (defining). Hour ranges vary by wearer. About these scores

Performance notes

Based on community wear reports. Results vary by skin, application and batch.

Black XS L'Excès

Reviewed

Six-to-eight-hour review with decent diffusion versus short two-hour account.

Italiano Nero

Reviewed

Ten-to-twelve-hour accounts with moderate projection.

Fragrances with similar accords

Scents that share accords with Black XS L'Excès, matched automatically across the catalogue.