Flora Five's Dunhill Black attar is an alcohol-free, oil-based interpretation of the sleek, black-tie character of Alfred Dunhill's Dunhill Black. A sharp green flick of nettle opens the door, an unexpectedly gentle lavender-jasmine heart follows, and then the fragrance finds its true register: soft suede, smoky guaiac wood and dry Virginia cedar, wearing for roughly 10–12 hours on skin.
Fragrance notes
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Top: Nettle
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Heart: Lavender, Jasmine
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Base: Suede, Guaiac Wood, Virginia Cedar
| Top |
Heart |
Base |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Best for |
Inspired by |
| Nettle |
Lavender, jasmine |
Suede, guaiac wood, cedar |
10–12 hrs |
Moderate–Strong (5–7 hrs) |
Evenings, formal wear |
Dunhill Black |
How it compares. Our attar captures the recognisable Dunhill Black accord — green nettle over lavender, landing on that signature suede-and-smoke base. Because it's a concentrated oil with no alcohol, the opening is softer (no spray "blast"), it develops more slowly, sits closer to the skin, and lasts noticeably longer than an alcohol spray.
The oil carries zero alcohol, making it halal and easy on sensitive skin. Apply where blood runs close to the surface — inner wrists, the hollow of the throat, behind each ear — and let warmth draw the suede out over the first half hour. Avoid contact with white collars; a woody oil this dark can shadow pale cloth.
Available as a roll-on in 3 ml, 6 ml and 12 ml. Free shipping across India · Cash on delivery · 7-day return.
Frequently asked questions
What does Dunhill Black attar smell like?
Think of a dinner jacket rendered as a scent. The nettle top is brisk and slightly bitter-green, the lavender-jasmine middle adds a clean barbershop smoothness, and the foundation is where it lives: velvety suede, smoky-sweet guaiac wood and pencil-dry cedar. Dark and composed rather than sweet or loud.
How long does it last?
Around 10–12 hours on skin. Woody-leather materials are heavy molecules that evaporate slowly, and in oil form they cling even harder — apply in the morning and the suede-cedar base will still be murmuring at night. The green nettle brightness itself is fleeting, gone within the first hour by design.
How is Flora Five's version different from the original Dunhill Black?
Dunhill's original is an alcohol-based eau de toilette: an immediate, diffusive cloud that quietens after a working day. Our attar trades the cloud for endurance — the identical green-lavender-suede arc, but rendered in concentrated oil that starts close, deepens gradually with body heat and comfortably outlasts the spray, with no alcohol touching your skin.
Which size should I choose — 3, 6 or 12 ml?
Take the 3 ml to audition it against your chemistry — woody leathers are personal, and three millilitres gives you weeks of trials. The 6 ml suits a weekend-and-evenings habit; the 12 ml is for the man who has found his signature and wants the lowest cost per wear.
Alfred Dunhill Black is a registered trademark of its respective owner. Flora Five is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with them. This is an independent interpretation inspired by the scent profile — it is not the original and contains none of its materials. The name is referenced only to describe the fragrance's character.
At Flora Five, all our attars are meticulously crafted to maintain their authenticity and purity. Each blend is 100% oil-based and free from alcohol, ensuring a rich, long-lasting scent experience.
To preserve the integrity of our attars and protect them from contamination or loss of their distinctive scent profiles, we incorporate essential, non-toxic regulatory substances like antioxidants. These carefully chosen components ensure the longevity and stability of your attar without compromising safety.
While no additional ingredients in our formulations are inherently harmful, we recommend patch testing before full use to rule out any potential allergies. At Flora Five, your safety and satisfaction are as important as the elegance of our fragrances.
