Is Armaf Hunter a dupe of Bvlgari Jasmin Noir?
Jasmin Noir EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Hunter EDT
While both Jasmin Noir and Hunter share a white floral, almond, and sweet profile, their execution drastically differs. Jasmin Noir offers a sophisticated, albeit subtle, dark floral experience, while Hunter is far more controversial, with some finding a beautiful jasmine-almond blend and others detecting harsh chemical or decaying fruit notes. Longevity and sillage are more consistent with Jasmin Noir. If you're seeking a safe, refined, and somewhat understated jasmine, Jasmin Noir is the better choice. For a riskier, potentially rewarding, and more budget-friendly jasmine gamble, Hunter might be worth exploring.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Jasmin Noir
- Hunter
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a refined, sophisticated jasmine fragrance.
- Understated elegance is more your style.
- You want a safer blind buy with consistent performance.
- You appreciate a touch of darkness in your florals.
- You're on a tight budget and want to save money.
- You enjoy taking risks with your fragrance choices.
- You want a jasmine scent with a unique twist.
- You are looking for a stronger, more pronounced scent.
A divisive jasmine, either a stunningly elegant, dark floral or an undetectable skin scent. Expect sophisticated noir vibes, but don't expect everyone to smell it.
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some rave about a beautiful jasmine and almond blend, others get nail polish or rotting fruit. Don't blind buy unless you live for a gamble, as performance is as divisive as the scent itself.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Gardenia
62%
Green Notes
38%
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Gardenia
62%
vs
29%
Jasmine
54%
vs
49%
Almond
45%
vs
50%
Tonka Bean
19%
vs
26%
Licorice
18%
vs
35%
Musk
15%
vs
20%
Patchouli
14%
vs
23%
Tonka Bean
19%
vs
26%
Musk
15%
vs
20%
Patchouli
14%
vs
23%
Sandalwood
30%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sophisticated floral and woody accords make it well-suited for formal and date occasions. While not overpowering, its 'noir' character makes it less ideal for casual or sporty settings. Some community reports of poor longevity may limit its wearability for all-day events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its often-reported low to moderate longevity and projection make it suitable for close-contact settings where a subtle scent is preferred, like casual outings or dates. The sweet and white floral accords aren't ideal for a formal environment, and it is definitely not suitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 7 of its 9 notes, including Jasmine, Musk, Tonka Bean
Adds praline and sandalwood, drops amber and green notes
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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