Masala chai rarely ever appears in Western perfumery, yet Derek Lam commits fully to that spiced tea note alongside osmanthus, blackcurrant, bergamot, and pear at the very top. Jasmine, magnolia, rose, leather hints, and cedarwoods carry the middle into unmistakably warm, textured floral territory that keeps the composition interesting throughout the entire long wear. Amber, milk, cedarwoods, leather, and musk close the base in dense, comforting richness that lasts for many long hours after application fades considerably.
This floral leather Eau De Parfum suits evening wear and grand formal occasions especially well, bold rather than conventional about its own considerable presence. Derek Lam constructed Blackout Perfume around something remarkably distinctive, spiced, warm, and entirely worthy of its dramatic, unapologetic name.