Open Black

Open Black by Roger & Gallet is a refined, aromatic fragrance with a vintage character that evokes classic masculine scents from the 1970s and 1980s. The opening features a bright citrus burst of bergamot, lemon, and lavender, developing into a herbal, thyme-forward heart with sage and a subtle aromatic spiciness. The drydown reveals a soft but persistent blend of patchouli, tobacco, vetiver, and a lightly earthy base, creating a warm, slightly mossy, and earthy scent that feels both timeless and grounded. It wears as a skin-scent after a few hours, with moderate sillage and long-lasting performance. While some users note that the tobacco note is understated, the fragrance is praised for its balanced composition and excellent value, offering a smooth, cerebral olfactory journey with retro elegance. Ideal for formal or cold-weather wear, it projects a quiet confidence that appeals to fans of old-school aromatic fougères. Despite a few stronger projections by some users, most find the sillage moderate to strong. Longevity is generally solid, with some noting 6–8 hours of wear, though the scent becomes more intimate over time. It’s particularly well-suited for evening or winter wear, and praised as an accessible gateway to vintage powerhouse fragrances. Best experienced by those who appreciate restrained, natural-smelling scents with a mature character, rather than bold, aggressive projection. Its pricing, consistently rated as exceptional value, makes it an ideal blind buy for fragrance explorers seeking a classic, well-blended scent.