Tyrannosaurus Rex Eau de Parfum bottle Tyrannosaurus Rex
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum bottle Noir Obscur

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Our Verdict - Tyrannosaurus Rex Eau de Parfum
This one is truly divisive. A monstrously potent blend that provokes extreme reactions, Tyrannosaurus Rex by Zoologist is an unwearable masterpiece for some, and a terrifying assault on the senses for others. Definitely not for the faint of heart.
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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 6% 8%
Floral 29% 25%
Fruity 3% 5%
Green 8% 7%
Sweet 16% 21%
Warm 22% 19%
Woody 15% 14%
Earthy 11% 15%
Animalic 10% 10%
Fresh 10% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tyrannosaurus Rex EdP
Noir Obscur EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 16% vs 24%
Osmanthus 15% vs 24%
Jasmine 15% vs 22%
Only in Tyrannosaurus Rex Eau de Parfum
Champaca 18% Geranium 17% Ylang-Ylang 17%
Only in Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Iris 28%
Shared Notes
Leather 13% vs 15%
Cedar 9% vs 13%
Patchouli 8% vs 11%

Accords

Tyrannosaurus Rex Eau de Parfum Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
80%
Woody
100%
69%
Amber
94%
47%
Warm Spicy
94%
Rum
72%
71%
Aromatic
62%
Smoky
65%
50%
Leather
62%
Earthy
58%
Powdery
58%
51%
Animalic
56%
49%
Balsamic
45%
Floral
Woody shared
80%
100%
Amber shared
69%
94%
Warm Spicy shared
47%
94%
Rum
72%
Aromatic shared
71%
62%
65%
Leather shared
50%
62%
58%
58%
Animalic shared
51%
56%
49%
45%

Performance

Tyrannosaurus Rex 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

Tyrannosaurus Rex Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

No strong occasion fit

Its nuclear sillage and extreme longevity make it highly unsuitable for confined spaces like the office or formal events. Reviews consistently highlight its overpowering nature, suggesting it's best worn outdoors or in situations where startling others is part of the appeal.

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
99%
Notes
85%
Accord
64%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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