Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out
Brand: Born To Stand Out
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Smokin' Gun pairs an explosive peppery opening with the dense character of tobacco, leather and incense. As it dries down, creamy vanilla, tonka bean and amber soften the smoke while preserving its bold, nocturnal edge.
Is Smokin' Gun worth it?
How it smells: Opens with pink pepper, black pepper and elemi, tobacco and leather at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and tonka bean.
Scent Score: 86/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, reputation 94, versatility 73, layerability 85 and value 89, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2023 · Unisex
Key accords: Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, Elemi, Tobacco, Leather, Incense
Top Notes
- Pink Pepper
- Black Pepper
- Elemi
Heart Notes
- Tobacco
- Leather
- Incense
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A dark, seductive blend of spicy pepper, rich tobacco, supple leather and warm vanilla wrapped in a lingering smoky aura. Smokin' Gun opens with Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, and Elemi. The heart brings Tobacco, Leather, and Incense. It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, and Cedar.
How to wear Smokin' Gun
On skin, Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent. Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Black Opium and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Smokin' Gun opens with Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, and Elemi.
The heart brings Tobacco, Leather, and Incense.
It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, and Cedar.
What to layer with Smokin' Gun
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, vanilla, and cedar.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Black Opium
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, tonka bean, and amber.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Good Girl
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, tonka bean, and amber.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, amber, and cedar.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, vanilla, and amber.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá
Pairings to approach with care
H24 by Hermès
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Smokin' Gun has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. H24 brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer H24 on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays H24
Wulong Cha by Nishane
Not Recommended · 30/99
Smokin' Gun has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Wulong Cha brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wulong Cha on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Wulong Cha
Related fragrances and why
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include pink pepper, vanilla, and cedar.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include vanilla, tonka bean, and amber.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include leather, tonka bean, and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Smokin' Gun?
Smokin' Gun opens with Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, and Elemi. The heart brings Tobacco, Leather, and Incense. It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, and Cedar.
How long does Smokin' Gun last, and how strong is it?
Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Smokin' Gun?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Smokin' Gun?
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, vanilla, and cedar. Apply Smokin' Gun first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Smokin' Gun : 2 sprays Black Opium.
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