Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum vs But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1982	Year	2018
£	Price Tier	££

But Not Today

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Drakkar Noir is a bona fide icon, a powerhouse of classic masculinity that's aged shockingly well. Today's iteration might be softer than its 80s beast mode, but it still delivers that sharp, clean barbershop swagger. It's a crowd-pleasing, dirt-cheap gem, despite performance grumbles.

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Our Verdict - But Not Today Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. It absolutely lives up to its 'Hannibal' inspiration, delivering a polarising blend of elegant florals and deeply unsettling notes. Expect compliments or utter revulsion - there's no in-between.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	11%
Floral	9%	5%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	27%	30%
Sweet	7%	9%
Warm	16%	21%
Woody	20%	12%
Earthy	14%	15%
Animalic	4%	5%
Fresh	24%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Drakkar Noir EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 18% vs 24%

Lemon 13% vs 20%

Bergamot 12% vs 19%

Artemisia 9% vs 36%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Rosemary 12% Mint 12% Lemon Verbena 11% Basil 11%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Juniper 17% Carnation 15% Cinnamon 14% Coriander 14% Wormwood 14% Angelica 13% Jasmine 13%

Only in But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Calamus 29% Styrax 25% Rosemary 24% Cascarilla 22%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 13% vs 15%

Sandalwood 9% vs 10%

Amber 8% vs 10%

Resin 8% vs 13%

Only in Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Pine 12% Fir Resin 11% Leather 11% Vetiver 9% Patchouli 9% Cedar 9%

Only in But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Angelica 19% Galbanum 17% Musk 14%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum But Not Today Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

Amber

96%

89%

Woody

84%

Musky

82%

Herbal

73%

72%

Fresh Spicy

67%

Powdery

64%

47%

Green

58%

Warm Spicy

58%

52%

Citrus

Balsamic

52%

49%

Lavender

48%

Earthy

46%

Mossy

Aromatic shared

100%

Amber

96%

Woody shared

89%

84%

Musky

82%

Herbal

73%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

67%

Powdery

64%

Green shared

47%

58%

Warm Spicy

58%

Citrus

52%

Balsamic

52%

Lavender

49%

Earthy

48%

Mossy

46%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its fresh, clean barbershop vibe makes it excellent for casual and office wear, though its present-day reduced longevity means it won't overwhelm. While it has a 'confident' air that could work on dates, its 'classic' feel might limit its appeal in formal settings. Many note it's a great 'after-shave' scent, implying daily, versatile use.

But Not Today Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Formal

Given its intense character, strong projection, and divisive scent profile, this is emphatically not an office scent. It leans more towards a bold statement for dates, formal evening events, or niche gatherings where its artistic merit can be appreciated, though its unsettling nature makes it a challenging wear for most casual scenarios.