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Which Should You Buy?
A truly polarising Tom Ford, Noir Extreme Parfum inspires devotion and disdain in equal measure. It's either an opulent, creamy gourmand masterpiece that lasts for ages and gets showered in compliments, or an artificial, fleeting mess that smells of cigarettes, raisins, or even urine. Don't blind buy this one.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. A deeply divisive scent that some hail as a comforting, unique masterpiece for autumn, while others find it surprisingly uninspired, or frankly, a bit weird - think savory soup, old lady musk, or even cat pee.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 17% |
| Floral | 21% | 16% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 2% | 4% |
| Sweet | 30% | 28% |
| Warm | 22% | 18% |
| Woody | 9% | 7% |
| Earthy | 6% | 10% |
| Animalic | 11% | 7% |
| Fresh | 14% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a powerfully sensual and luxurious scent, making it perfect for dates and evening events where you want to make a statement. Its intensity and occasionally divisive nature mean it's less suited for an office environment, and definitely not for casual daytime wear or sport.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sillage make it suitable for casual wear and even office, provided it doesn't lean too 'savory' on skin. While intimate enough for a date, it might be a bit too quirky for formal events and definitely not for sport due to its warm, comforting nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Citrus, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Neroli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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