Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum bottle Mr. Burberry
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2017 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum bottle Ombre Noire

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
Mr. Burberry EDP is the definitive crowd-pleaser for those who want to smell good without shouting about it. While some find it too safe or basic, its elegance, versatility, and smooth masculine character have garnered a loyal following, proving that sometimes, simple sophistication is best.
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Our Verdict - Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive brew; some find it a masterful blend of boozy, woody spice with an almost magical 'maceration' effect, others are just getting a headache-inducing whiff of curry. You'll either adore its dark, mature mystery or find yourself smelling like last night's Indian takeaway. Seriously, sample first.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 8%
Floral 4% 1%
Fruity 1% 4%
Green 13% 17%
Sweet 15% 17%
Warm 26% 24%
Woody 22% 16%
Earthy 13% 12%
Animalic 1% 2%
Fresh 22% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mr. Burberry EdP
Ombre Noire EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mint 26% vs 33%
Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 31% Grapefruit 23% Tarragon 20%
Only in Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
Fig Leaf 40% Bergamot 27%
Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum
Lavender 39% Nutmeg 31% Cedar 30%
Only in Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
Tobacco 38% Cinnamon 34% Papyrus 28%

Accords

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
85%
83%
Woody
100%
98%
Aromatic
56%
58%
Amber
85%
Sweet
72%
56%
Green
71%
68%
Fresh Spicy
51%
Tobacco
64%
60%
Patchouli
Cinnamon
58%
50%
Citrus
50%
Earthy
49%
Lavender
Fresh
45%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
85%
Woody shared
83%
100%
Aromatic shared
98%
56%
Amber shared
58%
85%
72%
Green shared
56%
71%
Fresh Spicy shared
68%
51%
64%
60%
58%
50%
50%
49%
45%

Performance

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. The warm spice and woody accords lend themselves well to dates, but it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.

Ombre Noire 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 boozy profile makes it a stellar choice for dates and formal events, creating an alluring and sophisticated aura. The often-cited moderate performance, especially after 'maceration', allows it to be wearable for casual outings without being overwhelming, though its depth is less suited for office or sport environments.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
83%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Woody accords and Mint, Cedar notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum
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