Creed Love In Black

for women

Creed Love In Black is a floral scent with powdery woods and soft musk, offering a dressed-up, slightly mysterious feel that shines after dark.

Creed Love In Black

Creed Love In Black

2.5 oz EDP Spray
$251.00 USD
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Creed Love In Black
$251.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Creed Love In Black is a floral fragrance with a powdery, woody, musky style that feels dressy without becoming harsh. Violet, iris, rose, and blackcurrant give it a cool, slightly dark character with a soft fruity edge rather than candy sweetness. It makes the most sense for evening wear, date nights, and formal settings in cooler weather. If you want a feminine scent that feels composed, intimate, and a little moody, this is a strong pick.

Accords

Floral
Powdery
Woody
Musky
Fruity
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A Scent For

This suits someone who likes florals with depth and a soft, dressed-up attitude rather than bright, sparkling freshness. It fits a woman who wants evening polish, a little mystery, and a scent that feels close to the body instead of loudly announcing itself. Many wearers describe it as feminine and quietly elegant. It is not the best choice if you want a huge trail, playful sweetness, or a super-casual everyday fresh scent.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Cooler nights are where this fragrance earns its keep. Fall, Winter, and mild Spring evenings suit its powdery floral woods best, especially for date nights, dinners, events, and more formal plans. It makes more sense after dark than in bright daytime heat, and the composed, slightly serious tone can feel too dressed up for the gym or very casual errands. In hot weather, the powdery floral character may feel a bit too dense.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Italian violet
Italian violet
Virginia cedar
Virginia cedar
Wildflowers
Wildflowers

Middle Notes

Clove
Clove
Iris
Iris
Musk
Musk

Base Notes

Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant
Bulgarian rose
Bulgarian rose

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

You get a cool floral impression right away, with violet leading the mood and cedar adding a dry, slightly pencil-shaving woodiness that keeps it from feeling sugary. There is a powdery softness underneath, but it is not old-fashioned or overly cosmetic. Instead, it comes across as composed, feminine, and a touch mysterious, with enough structure to feel dressed up and enough softness to stay approachable.

How it develops

After the early floral lift, the scent settles into a smoother, more intimate wear centered on iris, musk, and rose. Iris gives a makeup-powder texture, meaning soft, dry, and slightly velvety rather than sweet, while musk keeps it close and skin-friendly. A hint of clove adds gentle warmth without turning spicy in a loud way. It stays elegant and quietly rich instead of becoming heavy, making it more graceful than dramatic.

History

Love In Black launched in 2008 from Creed. Based on the available brand story, it was created by Olivier Creed and Erwin Creed with a more romantic, evening-leaning floral profile. Within the brand’s range, it sits on the dressier, moodier side rather than aiming for bright daytime freshness, giving shoppers a more powdery, woody take on a feminine floral.

Perfumier

Olivier Creed Erwin Creed

Country of Origin

France

Year Created

2008

Our Verdict

Buy this if you want a feminine floral that feels intimate, polished, and slightly moody for evenings. Skip it if you are after bright freshness, big projection, or a carefree sweet scent.

The Closest Scents to Creed Love In Black

Love In Black is a powdery floral with violet, iris, and cedar, known for its elegant, slightly dark romantic feel. This edit explores scents that share that floral, powdery, and woody foundation. Each recommendation offers a different twist, from brighter daytime blooms to richer evening orientals, so you can discover a new favorite within the same sophisticated floral territory.

Omnia Amethyste shares the powdery floral and woody character of Love In Black, with iris and Bulgarian rose at its heart. While Love In Black leans darker with violet and cedar, this Bvlgari is brighter and fresher, thanks to green sap and pink grapefruit in the top notes. It is a lighter, more casual choice for daytime wear, making it a great option when you want a similar iris feel without the intensity.

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Floral
Powdery
Woody
Fresh
Musky
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Travel
Travel
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for women and men
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Irisss is a powdery floral that centers on iris, much like Love In Black, but it takes a more complex and unisex approach. Where Love In Black uses violet and cedar for a dark elegance, Irisss adds carrot seeds, carnation, and incense for a spicier, more resinous depth. With longer longevity and a versatile time of day, it offers a richer, more formal interpretation of the iris theme.

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Powdery
Floral
Woody
Musky
Amber
Formal
Formal
Evening Out
Evening Out
Date Night
Date Night
Hermès Hiris

Hermès Hiris

for women
$136.00

Hiris is a powdery floral built around iris and rose, echoing the floral powdery core of Love In Black. However, it is softer and more transparent, with green notes from coriander and a sweet almond and honey base. Love In Black has a darker, more intense presence with cedar and clove, while Hiris feels airy and elegant, suited for everyday wear and daytime occasions.

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Floral
Powdery
Woody
Green
Sweet
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Casual
Casual
Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose

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for women and men
$320.00

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Rose
Powdery
Floral
Sweet
Musky
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Love in White for Summer shares the Creed floral elegance of Love In Black but is a completely different mood. Where Love In Black is dark and powdery with violet and cedar, this one is fresh, fruity, and luminous with magnolia, bergamot, and apple. It is a daytime, casual scent that still carries the house's signature sophistication, offering a lighter alternative for warmer seasons.

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Floral
Fruity
Fresh
Woody
Musky
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
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Gucci Tears of Iris

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for women and men
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Tears of Iris is a powdery floral built around iris and rose, directly in line with Love In Black's core. But it is fresher and more transparent, with angelica and bergamot opening into a clean musky sandalwood base. Love In Black is darker with clove and cedar, while this Gucci is more understated and suitable for daytime and office wear, a refined choice for iris lovers.

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Powdery
Floral
Musky
Woody
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Formal
Formal
Work / Office
Work / Office
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Powdery
Musky
Floral
Woody
Sweet
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Diptyque Do Son

Diptyque Do Son

for women and men
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Do Son is a white floral built around tuberose, a departure from Love In Black's violet and iris focus. Yet both share a floral powdery character and a touch of musk. Love In Black is darker and spicier, while Do Son is creamy, lush, and more overtly floral with pink pepper and orange flower. It offers a different floral experience, ideal for those who want a rich, heady bloom instead of a powdery one.

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White Floral
Floral
Musky
Powdery
Fresh Spicy
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Bond No. 9 Park Avenue

Bond No. 9 Park Avenue

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Park Avenue is a fresh floral with mimosa and chamomile, offering a lighter, greener take on the floral theme. Love In Black is powdery and dark with iris and cedar, while Park Avenue is bright and airy with jasmine and lily. Both have a musky base and a polished feel, but this one is more suitable for daytime and office wear. It is a cheerful alternative for fans of Love In Black's floral side.

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Floral
Fresh
Green
Musky
Powdery
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Casual
Casual
Formal
Formal
Francesca Bianchi Lost in Heaven

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for women and men
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Animalic
Amber
Floral
Woody
Sweet
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Gucci Guilty Pour Femme is a floral with fresh spicy top notes, similar to Love In Black's floral powdery heart but with a different energy. Love In Black is dark and elegant with violet and cedar, while this one is brighter and more vibrant with pink pepper and bergamot. It has a patchouli amber base that adds warmth, making it a versatile choice that can be worn day or night, a more casual alternative.

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Floral
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Patchouli
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Creed Eladaria

Creed Eladaria

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Eladaria is a floral musky scent from Creed, like Love In Black, but it is softer and more modern. Where Love In Black uses violet and cedar for a dark, powdery effect, Eladaria features peony, rose, and pink pepper for a fresh, slightly spicy floral. Its base of cashmere wood and ambroxan gives a clean, contemporary feel. It is a great option for those who enjoy Creed's floral style but want something lighter and more versatile.

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Floral
Musky
Fresh
Woody
Soft Spicy
Everyday
Everyday
Date Night
Date Night
Formal
Formal
Work / Office
Work / Office