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For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette bottle For Him Bleu Noir EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender F
2015 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Maryam Eau de Parfum bottle Maryam EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - For Him Bleu Noir EDT
A cool, enigmatic take on woods and musk, Bleu Noir is understated yet magnetic - a quietly sophisticated scent for men who command attention without raising their voice.
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Our Verdict - Maryam EDP
Maryam is a divisive, peppery enigma that swings from refined warm elegance to a 'cheap men's cologne'. You probably won't be bored, but you might just be baffled. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it could end up as a room spray for very specific individuals.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
For Him Bleu Noir EDT
Maryam EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 52% vs 40%
Only in For Him Bleu Noir
Nutmeg 48%
Only in For Him Bleu Noir
Musk 100%
Shared Notes
Amber 20% vs 44%
Only in For Him Bleu Noir
Vetiver 28% Cedar 27% Ebony 24%
Only in Maryam
Musk 55%

Accords

For Him Bleu Noir Maryam
70%
Warm Spicy
100%
95%
Woody
61%
70%
Aromatic
52%
35%
Fresh Spicy
63%
60%
Musky
61%
40%
Powdery
58%
Amber
52%
30%
Earthy
Warm Spicy shared
70%
100%
Woody shared
95%
61%
Aromatic shared
70%
52%
Fresh Spicy shared
35%
63%
Musky shared
60%
61%
Powdery shared
40%
58%
52%
30%

Performance

For Him Bleu Noir Maryam
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

For Him Bleu Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The spicy-woody structure and musky depth make this ideal for fall and spring, while the clean freshness allows some versatility in cooler summer evenings and milder winter days.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its refined musky-woody profile is versatile and professional for office and casual settings, with enough sensuality for dates. Projection and warmth make it less optimal for sporty or ultra-formal settings.

Maryam

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and warm, spicy character make it suitable for more intimate settings like dates or casual autumn/winter wear. The strong peppery opening and potential for a 'masculine' vibe make it a less ideal fit for formal events or the office, where subtlety often reigns.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

For Him Bleu Noir EDT
Maryam EDP
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