Kohl by Fragrance World

Eau de Parfum • Unisex • Oriental Woody Resinous

What it is

Kohl by Fragrance World is a dark, smoky and artistic oriental woody fragrance with a resinous and spicy profile. It opens inky and bold, evolves with resinous wood and subtle fruit floral facets, and settles into a smoky frankincense finish that feels mysterious and intriguing.

Inspired by / Alternative to

Inspired by Tom Ford Black Lacquer

This fragrance is widely recognised in fragrance communities as a budget‑friendly alternative to Tom Ford Black Lacquer due to its inky, smoky and resinous character that blends dark spicy nuances with deep woods and incense‑like depth, though it is not an official clone and some aspects like smokiness or projection can vary. 

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes: Ink, Vinyl, Black Pepper, Rum. 

Heart Notes: Ebony Wood, Elemi Resin, Apricot, Peony 

Base Notes: Olibanum (Frankincense) 

What it smells like

Kohl opens with an inky dark spicy mix of black pepper, ink and rum, creating a bold, almost leather‑like beginning that feels both mysterious and edgy. It evolves into a warm resinous heart of ebony wood and elemi with a subtle fruity apricot and peony lift that balances dark richness. The base dominated by olibanum (frankincense) leaves a smoky resinous dry down with a meditative and elegant trail. 

Fragrance fans often note its smoky, resinous intensity with a vibe that echoes the inky and enigmatic profile of Black Lacquer from Tom Ford. 

Performance

• Longevity: Moderate to long lasting — noticeable for many hours. 
• Sillage: Moderate — a distinctive smoky trail without overwhelming. 
• Projection: Strong and expressive on opening then mellowing into a deep resinous dry down. 

Best for

• Evening wear and night events
• Cooler weather and autumn winter seasons
• Lovers of deep spicy woody resinous scents 
• Fans of Black Lacquer style fragrances at a more accessible price