Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum bottle Lyric Woman
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2008 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum bottle Noir Obscur

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum
Lyric Woman is a divisive beast, a deep, complex rose for the seasoned palate. Some find it a gothic masterpiece, others a dusty relic, but everyone agrees it's a bold statement.
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Our Verdict - Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Noir Obscur is a divisive one. Some find its dark, boozy warmth utterly captivating, a vintage-styled dream. Others, however, are left underwhelmed by its subtlety, calling it flat or too quiet. It's a love-it-or-leave-it scent for those who appreciate nuanced darkness.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 8%
Floral 24% 25%
Fruity 1% 5%
Green 8% 7%
Sweet 19% 21%
Warm 27% 19%
Woody 14% 14%
Earthy 13% 15%
Animalic 5% 10%
Fresh 10% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lyric Woman EdP
Noir Obscur EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 26% vs 24%
Jasmine 13% vs 22%
Only in Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Iris 28% Osmanthus 25%
Shared Notes
Incense 15% vs 15%
Musk 10% vs 11%
Patchouli 10% vs 11%
Vetiver 9% vs 14%

Accords

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
94%
94%
Woody
100%
68%
Amber
94%
75%
Rose
Rum
72%
65%
Aromatic
62%
52%
Smoky
65%
63%
Powdery
58%
Leather
62%
Earthy
58%
Animalic
56%
55%
Balsamic
51%
Musky
Warm Spicy shared
100%
94%
Woody shared
94%
100%
Amber shared
68%
94%
75%
Rum
72%
Aromatic shared
65%
62%
Smoky shared
52%
65%
Powdery shared
63%
58%
62%
58%
56%
55%
51%

Performance

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its rich, strong character and often intense projection make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights and formal events where its luxurious feel can shine. While some enjoy it casually, its depth leans more towards special occasions.

Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, spicy, and woody accords, combined with a reported moderate projection and longevity, make it unsuitable for vigorous activities or a professional office setting. It truly shines in intimate date settings or sophisticated formal events, with some reviewers noting its old-world charm for wintry days.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum
Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
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