Magie Noire Eau de Toilette vs Knowing Eau de Parfum

Magie Noire

Edt	Concentration	Edp
F	Gender	U
1978	Year	1988
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

A bewitching chypre that commands attention, Magie Noire is vintage glamour incarnate. Green, mossy woods and dark resins swirl with florals for a haunting, enigmatic statement.

Statement

Our Verdict - Knowing Eau de Parfum

Seriously divisive yet utterly compelling, Knowing is a powerhouse chypre that demands attention. You'll either adore its unapologetic complexity or recoil from its 'old-school' punch; there's no middle ground here.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	4%	2%
Floral	29%	24%
Fruity	6%	4%
Green	16%	11%
Sweet	18%	16%
Warm	9%	14%
Woody	13%	16%
Earthy	14%	16%
Animalic	10%	10%
Fresh	10%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Magie Noire EdT

Knowing EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Rose 16% vs 13%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Galbanum 19% Redcurrant Leaf 19% Hyacinth 17% Raspberry 15% Bergamot 14%

Only in Knowing Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 16% Mimosa 14% Coriander 13% Green 12% Plum 11% Tuberose 11% Melon 10%

Shared Notes

Cedar 12% vs 11%

Orris 12% vs 11%

Jasmine 11% vs 10%

Lily Of The Valley 11% vs 10%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Honey 15% Narcissus 13% Ylang-Ylang 12% Tuberose 12%

Only in Knowing Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 15% Cardamom 12% Bay Leaf 11% Orange Blossom 10% Pittosporum 9%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 10% vs 20%

Spicy 10% vs 13%

Civet 10% vs 15%

Amber 9% vs 12%

Vetiver 9% vs 13%

Sandalwood 9% vs 12%

Musk 8% vs 11%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Incense 10% Patchouli 10% Myrrh 10%

Accords

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette Knowing Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

88%

Green

75%

Earthy

85%

38%

Powdery

77%

62%

Warm Spicy

75%

White Floral

75%

70%

Aromatic

72%

55%

Mossy

71%

66%

Amber

Aldehydic

61%

Musky

61%

30%

Animalic

58%

48%

Balsamic

Woody shared

100%

Green

88%

Earthy shared

75%

85%

Powdery shared

38%

77%

Warm Spicy shared

62%

75%

White Floral

75%

Aromatic shared

70%

72%

Mossy shared

55%

71%

Amber

66%

Aldehydic

61%

Musky

61%

Animalic shared

30%

58%

Balsamic

48%

Performance

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette Knowing Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Oakmoss, patchouli and resinous notes thrive in cool weather, making Magie Noire perfect for fall and winter. Its richness and warmth suit chilly evenings, but the green and floral edges make it wearable in spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Best suited for formal or evening occasions due to its opulent, bold character and pronounced sillage. Too commanding for sporty or daily office settings, but has a deeply romantic vintage allure for nights out.

Knowing Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This fragrance is renowned for its beast-mode projection and longevity, making it less suitable for office wear where subtlety is often key. Its deep, complex, and luxurious chypre profile, coupled with strong performance, makes it perfect for formal events or a memorable date night.