Is French Avenue Pinnace Noir a dupe of Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Intense?
Boss Bottled Intense EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2015 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pinnace Noir EDP
Pinnace Noir emerges as the readily available victor, while Boss Bottled Intense is tougher to source. Both share a similar DNA; however, Pinnace Noir is considered a modern take that is more mass appealing. Bottled Intense is more divisive, with some finding it overly synthetic, while others celebrate its nostalgic apple pie vibe. If you seek the original experience and can find it, Bottled Intense might be worth the hunt. Otherwise, Pinnace Noir offers a convenient and well-regarded alternative.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Boss Bottled Intense
- Pinnace Noir
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer the original Boss Bottled Intense DNA.
- You want a stronger, potentially more challenging scent.
- You are drawn to nostalgic fragrances with an apple pie vibe.
- You seek an accessible and affordable alternative.
- You prefer a modern, mass-appealing fragrance.
- You want a safe and reliable clone of a discontinued scent.
This one's a divisive throwback. Some reckon it's a nostalgic, sensual apple pie; others find it a synthetic, bubblegum-sweet mess. Either way, it's a stronger take on a classic, if you can find it.
This one's a solid, wearable clone of a discontinued classic that's got people buzzing. It delivers on the Boss Bottled Intense DNA, with some saying it even outperforms the original. Expect a touch of synth on the opening, but overall, it's a classy, crowd-pleasing scent that's a welcome return for many.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy accords make it perfect for cooler weather dates and casual outings, offering a comforting and attractive scent. While some find it office-appropriate due to its moderate projection, its sweetness and noticeable sillage may be overwhelming in formal or active settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth, inoffensive character make it suitable for office wear, while the warm, inviting vanilla and spice accords are great for dates. The versatility of its woody-spicy nature lends itself well to casual outings, but it might be too understated for highly formal events and definitely not for sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 9 of its 13 notes, including Sandalwood, Clove, Apple
Adds cardamom and coumarin, drops lemon and rosewood
Where to buy
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