Christian Lacroix Absynthe Eau de Parfum bottle Christian Lacroix Absynthe
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2009 Year -
££ Price Tier £££££
Atifa Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Atifa Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Christian Lacroix Absynthe
This cult classic from Avon is a divisive beast: some hail it as a unique, woody-herbal masterpiece, while others can't get past initial sharpness or find it fleeting. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it, really love it.
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Our Verdict - Atifa Noir
This is a seriously polarising Arabian-style amber; some find it a gorgeous, comforting 'antidepressant' with a fun, sweet twist, while others get a relentless, 'monotonous' experience. Test before you commit.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 18% 16%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 21% 20%
Sweet 16% 24%
Warm 24% 23%
Woody 17% 12%
Earthy 17% 13%
Animalic 7% 10%
Fresh 9% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Christian Lacroix Absynthe EdP
Atifa Noir EdP

Notes

Accords

Christian Lacroix Absynthe Atifa Noir
100%
Woody
86%
Amber
100%
74%
Warm Spicy
95%
93%
Aromatic
61%
54%
Sweet
78%
69%
Floral
62%
Musky
67%
Caramel
66%
65%
Fresh Spicy
61%
Green
61%
Balsamic
57%
56%
Bitter
54%
Anis
100%
Amber shared
86%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
74%
95%
Aromatic shared
93%
61%
Sweet shared
54%
78%
Floral shared
69%
62%
67%
66%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
61%
61%
57%
56%
54%

Performance

Christian Lacroix Absynthe Atifa Noir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Christian Lacroix Absynthe

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its unique, statement-making character and decent longevity make it better suited for evening dates and formal events. While some find it versatile for casual wear, its bold presence might be too much for an office setting.

Atifa Noir

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent amber and gourmand accords mean it's too much for office wear, but perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
82%
Accord
65%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Woody, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Christian Lacroix Absynthe
Atifa Noir
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