Artisan Noir Extrait vs Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Artisan Noir

Extrait	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	2012
£££££	Price Tier	££££

Forbidden Games

ScentArt

A

Artisan Noir

B

Forbidden Games

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Artisan Noir Extrait

A polarising powerhouse that splits the room with its intense sweetness. Those who love it adore its bold complexity, while others find it a bit much. Definitely not a blind buy, but if it clicks, it's an absolute head-turner.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

More like 'Mildly Tempting Games'. This one's a divisive mix: some get juicy, honey-drizzled fruit perfection, others a cloying, dated floral with serious shampoo vibes. Definitely not a blind buy.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	2%
Floral	29%	31%
Fruity	10%	23%
Green	5%	6%
Sweet	41%	42%
Warm	12%	15%
Woody	3%	1%
Earthy	9%	2%
Animalic	6%	5%
Fresh	7%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Artisan Noir Extrait

Forbidden Games EdP

Notes

Only in Artisan Noir Extrait

Almond 28% Coffee 28% Rhubarb 22% Litchi 22%

Only in Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Peach 33% Apple 26% Plum 24% Cinnamon 17%

Shared Notes

Rose 23% vs 36%

Jasmine 17% vs 34%

Only in Artisan Noir Extrait

Tuberose 35% Peony 24%

Only in Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Geranium 29%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 26% vs 34%

Only in Artisan Noir Extrait

Cacao Pod 21% Praline 21% Cashmeran 16% Incense 16%

Only in Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Honey 38% Opoponax 27%

Accords

Artisan Noir Extrait Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

100%

Sweet

71%

92%

Fruity

100%

93%

White Floral

46%

83%

Floral

45%

82%

Warm Spicy

82%

Tuberose

77%

Rose

55%

72%

Coffee

72%

Almond

72%

Vanilla

48%

Honey

52%

Fresh

45%

Powdery

44%

Sweet shared

100%

71%

Fruity shared

92%

100%

White Floral shared

93%

46%

Floral shared

83%

45%

Warm Spicy

82%

Tuberose

82%

Rose shared

77%

55%

Coffee

72%

Almond

72%

Vanilla shared

72%

48%

Honey

52%

Fresh

45%

Powdery

44%

Performance

Artisan Noir Extrait Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Artisan Noir Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This extrait is a strong performer, making it unsuitable for office wear where discretion is key. Its sweet, opulent floral-gourmand profile is perfect for date nights and special formal events where you want to make a statement.

Forbidden Games Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and sweet, fruity-floral profile make it a good fit for dates and casual outings, though some find it a bit too strong or 'loud' for office wear. The prominent gourmand and fruity accords generally steer it away from formal events, with 'younger crowd' mentions suggesting a more relaxed vibe.