Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum vs Icon Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1982	Year	2015
£	Price Tier	££

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Drakkar Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir is a bona fide icon, a powerhouse of classic masculinity that's aged shockingly well. Today's iteration might be softer than its 80s beast mode, but it still delivers that sharp, clean barbershop swagger. It's a crowd-pleasing, dirt-cheap gem, despite performance grumbles.

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Our Verdict - Icon Eau de Parfum

Dunhill Icon is divisive: a bold, peppery neroli bomb some hail as a unique, sophisticated masterpiece with a 'grape soda' twist, others dismiss as cheap, synthetic, or just 'okay'. A true talker, but with variable performance.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	16%
Floral	9%	14%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	27%	20%
Sweet	7%	4%
Warm	16%	17%
Woody	20%	17%
Earthy	14%	17%
Animalic	4%	5%
Fresh	24%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdP

Icon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 12% vs 25%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Lavender 19% Lemon 13% Rosemary 12% Mint 12% Lemon Verbena 11% Basil 11% Artemisia 10%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Neroli 32% Pepper 24% Petitgrain 18%

Shared Notes

Juniper 16% vs 23%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Carnation 15% Cinnamon 14% Coriander 14% Wormwood 14% Angelica 13% Jasmine 13%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Lavender 28% Cardamom 27% Sage 21%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 13% vs 23%

Leather 11% vs 22%

Vetiver 9% vs 31%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Pine 12% Fir Resin 11% Patchouli 9% Sandalwood 9% Cedar 9% Amber 8% Resin 8%

Only in Icon Eau de Parfum

Iris 23%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum Icon Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

72%

Fresh Spicy

92%

89%

Woody

60%

52%

Citrus

80%

Warm Spicy

56%

48%

Earthy

52%

White Floral

51%

47%

Green

50%

49%

Lavender

49%

46%

Mossy

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

92%

Woody shared

89%

60%

Citrus shared

52%

80%

Warm Spicy

56%

Earthy shared

48%

52%

White Floral

51%

Green shared

47%

50%

Lavender shared

49%

Mossy

46%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum Icon Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its fresh, clean barbershop vibe makes it excellent for casual and office wear, though its present-day reduced longevity means it won't overwhelm. While it has a 'confident' air that could work on dates, its 'classic' feel might limit its appeal in formal settings. Many note it's a great 'after-shave' scent, implying daily, versatile use.

Icon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh, clean, and aromatic profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, often described as 'professional' and 'classy'. The variable performance means it can work, but for formal events, its longevity might be a gamble.