Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum vs Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Lacura Pure Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	-
£	Price Tier	£

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

A sweet patchouli-vanilla bomb with juicy blackcurrant and jasmine, Pure Noir punches above its price with bold projection and a seductive, modern vibe. Not for wallflowers, but a delight for lovers of fruity-sweet designer scents.

Statement

Our Verdict - Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

A beloved Bath & Body Works classic, Sensual Amber is a warm, cozy scent with mass appeal, often likened to Flowerbomb. It's affordable luxury that consistently draws compliments, making it a reliable crowd-pleaser despite some finding it a tad too sweet. If you like sweet amber fragrances, this is a winner.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	10%
Floral	28%	28%
Fruity	11%	19%
Green	4%	3%
Sweet	26%	32%
Warm	7%	7%
Woody	9%	8%
Earthy	17%	9%
Animalic	10%	6%
Fresh	10%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacura Pure Noir EdP

Sensual Amber EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Truffle 31% Bergamot 24% Ylang-Ylang 18% Blackcurrant 15% Lemon 13%

Top Notes

Red Fruits 35% Plum 34% Bergamot 31%

Heart Notes

Orchid 38% Jasmine 27% Lotus 19% Plum 15%

Heart Notes

Orange Blossom 27% Iris 25% Rose 24% Lotus 24%

Base Notes

Patchouli 23% Vanilla 21% Sandalwood 18% Incense 15% Cacao Butter 14% Musk 9%

Base Notes

Amber 22% Vanilla 18% Praline 17% Sandalwood 15% Musk 14% Patchouli 14%

Shared Notes

Bergamot 23% vs 31%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Truffle 31% Ylang-Ylang 18% Blackcurrant 15% Lemon 13%

Only in Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Red Fruits 35% Plum 34%

Shared Notes

Lotus 19% vs 24%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Orchid 38% Jasmine 27% Plum 15%

Only in Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Orange Blossom 27% Iris 25% Rose 24%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 22% vs 13%

Vanilla 21% vs 18%

Sandalwood 18% vs 15%

Musk 9% vs 13%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Incense 15% Cacao Butter 14%

Only in Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Amber 22% Praline 17%

Accords

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

63%

Amber

100%

67%

Sweet

93%

85%

Warm Spicy

52%

30%

Powdery

85%

75%

Woody

84%

80%

Earthy

Vanilla

75%

Fruity

63%

Musky

51%

Patchouli

50%

40%

Balsamic

49%

Amber shared

63%

100%

Sweet shared

67%

93%

Warm Spicy shared

85%

52%

Powdery shared

30%

85%

Woody shared

75%

84%

Earthy

80%

Vanilla

75%

Fruity

63%

Musky

51%

Patchouli

50%

Balsamic shared

40%

49%

Performance

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The sweet, fruity, and patchouli-vanilla base gives Pure Noir the weight and warmth for autumn and winter, while its juicy top and floral heart make it versatile for spring. The richness may feel heavy for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Best for date nights and casual outings where a bold, sweet trail is welcome. The pronounced sweet-fruity character is less suited to sporty or highly formal settings, and may be too attention-grabbing for the office.

Sensual Amber Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its warm, sweet, and moderately strong profile makes it less ideal for the office. However, it's perfect for dates and casual outings, offering a 'cozy but sexy' vibe, especially in cooler weather, as noted by many reviewers. Formal wear is an option, but its sweetness might be overpowering for some.