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Angélique Noire Eau de Parfum bottle Angélique Noire EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2005 Year 2015
££££ Price Tier £££££
Pure Narcotic Eau de Parfum bottle Pure Narcotic EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Angélique Noire EDP
A divisive yet frequently adored green vanilla, Angélique Noire balances warmth and freshness unlike anything else. While some find it too green, too powdery, or even 'celery-like', its fans hail it as a sophisticated, elegant masterpiece for a reason. Don't dismiss it until you've tried it on skin.
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Our Verdict - Pure Narcotic EDP
This one's a mixed bag, with some finding it a simple white floral and others praising its 'intoxicating' initial burst. Most agree on its short-lived, though glorious, opening, which then settles into a pleasant musky sweetness.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Angélique Noire EDP
Pure Narcotic EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 53% vs 21%
Only in Angélique Noire
Caraway 47%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 64% vs 15%

Accords

Angélique Noire Pure Narcotic
100%
Musky
52%
White Floral
100%
95%
Vanilla
71%
93%
Powdery
Aromatic
87%
83%
Amber
80%
Green
76%
Floral
75%
Fresh
73%
52%
Fruity
68%
45%
Woody
62%
61%
Sweet
100%
White Floral shared
52%
100%
Vanilla shared
95%
71%
93%
87%
Amber shared
83%
80%
76%
75%
73%
Fruity shared
52%
68%
Woody shared
45%
62%
61%

Performance

Angélique Noire Pure Narcotic
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Angélique Noire

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its elegant and refined profile makes it highly versatile for various settings, though its rich vanilla and moderate sillage might be a bit much for high-intensity sports. Many reviews highlight its suitability for office wear despite its strength, suggesting it manages to be both noticeable and non-offensive.

Pure Narcotic

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong opening and a dry-down that leans into a sweet musk, this scent is perhaps too prominent for an office, but perfect for a date or formal evening. The short longevity of its brighter aspects means reapplication might be needed for longer events.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean vanilla, amber, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Angélique Noire EDP
Pure Narcotic EDP
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