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Pure Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Pure Noir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2023 Year 2026
£ Price Tier ££
Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée Eau de Parfum bottle Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pure Noir EDP
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.
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Our Verdict - Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée EDP
This "Edition Or Nacrée" is divisive. While the bottle is certainly a looker, the heavy-handed patchouli has left some fans utterly disappointed, turning off those who expected a lighter, more floral experience. It's a statement scent, but perhaps not the one everyone wanted.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pure Noir EDP
Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée EDP

Notes

Pure Noir
Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée
Only in Pure Noir
Truffle 31% Bergamot 24% Ylang-Ylang 18% Blackcurrant 15% Lemon 13%
Only in Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée
Magnolia 54% Mandarin 46%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 26% vs 54%
Only in Pure Noir
Orchid 38% Lotus 19% Plum 15%
Only in Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée
Fig 46%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 22% vs 57%
Vanilla 21% vs 42%
Only in Pure Noir
Sandalwood 18% Incense 15% Dark Chocolate 14% Musk 9%

Accords

Pure Noir Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée
Patchouli
100%
85%
Warm Spicy
50%
80%
Earthy
40%
Floral
80%
75%
Woody
70%
67%
Sweet
63%
Amber
Citrus
52%
40%
Balsamic
Green
38%
30%
Powdery
100%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
50%
Earthy shared
80%
40%
80%
Woody shared
75%
70%
67%
63%
52%
40%
38%
30%

Performance

Pure Noir Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pure Noir

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.

Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The prominent patchouli and rich florals make this a better fit for evening dates or formal events where its distinct character can shine without overwhelming. It's a bit too bold for a typical office setting, but could work casually for those who enjoy a statement scent even on relaxed days.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, earthy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pure Noir EDP
Vénus de Nina Ricci Edition Or Nacrée EDP
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