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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, complex, and utterly intriguing, Back to Black is either a masterpiece of dark honeyed tobacco or a baby wipes and urinal cake nightmare. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it scent that commands attention, for better or worse.
This one's a proper dark horse. While some still cling to the pricey original, Supreme L'homme Extreme punches way above its weight for a fraction of the cost, delivering a rich, fruity-sweet-leathery experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 6% |
| Floral | 8% | 7% |
| Fruity | 9% | 14% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 35% | 29% |
| Warm | 27% | 28% |
| Woody | 12% | 12% |
| Earthy | 13% | 13% |
| Animalic | 5% | 7% |
| Fresh | 6% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and rich, complex notes make it unsuitable for an office setting, but ideal for intimate date nights and formal events where its luxurious character can shine. It's often described as a 'night fragrance' or for colder weather, further limiting casual wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Reviewers often cite this for date nights and special occasions due to its darker, warmer profile. Its moderate sillage and longevity mean it's generally too prominent for an office, and definitely not one for the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Almond accords and Tobacco, Almond notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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