Mad Madame Eau de Parfum bottle Mad Madame
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Essence de Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Essence de Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mad Madame
Divisive and unapologetically bold, Mad Madame is a 'love it or hate it' animalic rose that screams confidence. It's a sensual scent for those who dare to be different, but definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Our Verdict - Essence de Noir
Divisive, and not just because the listed notes seem to be wrong. This is for those who embrace the mature and mysterious, with a definite 'love it or hate it' response to its vintage, potent character. If you're after a safe crowd-pleaser, look elsewhere.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 0%
Floral 31% 36%
Fruity 7% 3%
Green 6% 10%
Sweet 24% 28%
Warm 9% 10%
Woody 8% 9%
Earthy 18% 19%
Animalic 20% 10%
Fresh 8% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mad Madame EdP
Essence de Noir EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 24% vs 37%
Jasmine 17% vs 28%
Only in Essence de Noir
Rose 34%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 16% vs 40%

Accords

Mad Madame Essence de Noir
100%
Rose
80%
72%
Powdery
100%
98%
Musky
83%
Floral
98%
Iris
97%
95%
Woody
83%
66%
Patchouli
88%
Vanilla
88%
87%
Leather
Earthy
84%
71%
Amber
80%
76%
Smoky
66%
Animalic
Fresh
64%
Rose shared
100%
80%
Powdery shared
72%
100%
98%
Floral shared
83%
98%
97%
Woody shared
95%
83%
Patchouli shared
66%
88%
88%
87%
84%
Amber shared
71%
80%
76%
66%
64%

Performance

Mad Madame Essence de Noir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mad Madame

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and animalic accords, Mad Madame is too loud for office wear but perfect for dates and formal events where making a confident, lasting impression is desired. While some find it versatile enough for day or casual wear if applied lightly, its intensity leans more towards evening occasions.

Essence de Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, vintage character and the mention of sharp patchouli, this isn't an office-appropriate scent; it demands more space. It's best suited for evening wear, adding an air of mystery to dates or sophisticated formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
89%
Accord
60%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Floral, Patchouli accords and Vanilla, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mad Madame
Essence de Noir
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