Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Sensuous Noir
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U Gender U
2010 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Tango Eau de Parfum bottle Tango

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum
A truly divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Sensuous Noir is a bold, dark rebel from Estee Lauder, packing a huge pine-patchouli punch. An evening showstopper that's unapologetically strong.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Tango Eau de Parfum
A divisive yet undeniably magnetic amber, Tango is a richly spiced and deeply sensual fragrance. Some find it a masterpiece of modern perfumery, others a challenging, even
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 17% 14%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 4% 6%
Sweet 28% 28%
Warm 30% 34%
Woody 22% 20%
Earthy 17% 12%
Animalic 4% 8%
Fresh 6% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sensuous Noir EdP
Tango EdP

Notes

Accords

Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum Tango Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
67%
81%
Amber
100%
85%
Warm Spicy
88%
58%
Patchouli
58%
Vanilla
52%
54%
Aromatic
49%
50%
Fresh Spicy
54%
52%
Balsamic
49%
Cinnamon
50%
49%
Honey
Animalic
47%
Powdery
46%
Woody shared
100%
67%
Amber shared
81%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
88%
58%
Vanilla shared
58%
52%
Aromatic shared
54%
49%
Fresh Spicy shared
50%
54%
Balsamic shared
52%
49%
50%
49%
47%
46%

Performance

Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum Tango Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense, dark accords make it completely unsuitable for the office, though some brave souls attempt it. Sensuous Noir truly shines after dark; it's a perfect fit for romantic dates or formal evening events where its captivating sillage can be appreciated.

Tango Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Tango's intense amber and spicy profile, combined with its strong projection, makes it less suitable for casual or office wear where subtlety is preferred. It truly shines in formal evening events and especially on dates, where its alluring and sophisticated character can be fully appreciated without overpowering the environment.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
86%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Benzoin, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sensuous Noir Eau de Parfum
Tango Eau de Parfum
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