Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette bottle Crystal Noir
Edt Concentration Edp
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2004 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Ashore Eau de Parfum bottle Ashore

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette
This EDT is a divisive beast: some rave about its fresh, creamy spice, others smell cleaning products or worse. Despite the controversy, its impressive performance for an EDT makes it a cult classic, with many finding it a sophisticated, sexy signature scent.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ashore Eau de Parfum
Ashore is a divisive one. Fans say it's the best jasmine ever - natural, warm, and sophisticated. Detractors find it too soapy, sharp, or just a generic white floral. You'll either adore its creamy calm or dismiss it as another old-fashioned jasmine.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 3%
Floral 28% 23%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 4% 3%
Sweet 21% 15%
Warm 30% 30%
Woody 16% 11%
Earthy 3% 9%
Animalic 11% 12%
Fresh 13% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Crystal Noir EdT
Ashore EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 34% vs 33%
Only in Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette
Pepper 35% Ginger 31%
Only in Ashore Eau de Parfum
Turmeric 33% Pink Pepper 33%
Only in Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette
Gardenia 41% Orange Blossom 31% Peony 29%
Only in Ashore Eau de Parfum
Jasmine 46% Solar Note 30% Rose 23%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 45% vs 32%
Only in Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette
Musk 29% Amber 25%
Only in Ashore Eau de Parfum
Ambergris 36% Frankincense 32%

Accords

Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette Ashore Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
73%
79%
White Floral
100%
93%
Woody
48%
77%
Powdery
48%
Amber
67%
56%
Musky
55%
Aromatic
52%
Fresh
47%
Animalic
47%
Floral
47%
Aldehydic
44%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
73%
White Floral shared
79%
100%
Woody shared
93%
48%
77%
Amber shared
48%
67%
56%
55%
52%
Animalic shared
47%
47%
47%
44%

Performance

Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette Ashore Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its impressive longevity and sillage, even as an EDT, make it versatile for most occasions but might be a bit much for a conservative office. The 'sexy, mysterious' vibe and creamy woods make it ideal for dates and special evenings, while its freshness allows for daytime and casual wear.

Ashore Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its prominent, clean jasmine and warm, salty character make it perfect for casual, warm-weather wear, and dates. While elegant, its strong floral and potential 'old-fashioned' vibe for some means it might not suit every formal or office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
84%
Accord
66%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Sandalwood, Cardamom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette
Ashore Eau de Parfum
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