Serge Noire Eau de Parfum vs Encens Satin Eau de Parfum

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Serge Noire Eau de Parfum bottle Serge Noire EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2008 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Encens Satin Eau de Parfum bottle Encens Satin EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Serge Noire EDP
Serge Noire is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a challenging opening that veers into body odour territory for some, but if you can push through, it transforms into an incredibly deep, sexy, and artistic blend of dark spices and woods. Definitely not a blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Encens Satin EDP
Encens Satin is a smooth operator - a refined, buttery amber-incense that whispers rather than shouts. While it's lauded for its sophisticated blend, some find its gentle nature, especially given the hefty price tag, a bit underwhelming compared to bolder incense options. Still, it's a classy crowd-pleaser.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Serge Noire EDP
Encens Satin EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Incense 56% vs 50%
Only in Serge Noire
Ebony 43%
Only in Encens Satin
Spicy 50%
Shared Notes
Amber 36% vs 50%
Woody 30% vs 50%
Only in Serge Noire
Patchouli 33%

Accords

Serge Noire Encens Satin
100%
Warm Spicy
62%
60%
Amber
100%
65%
Woody
61%
50%
Smoky
64%
45%
Balsamic
51%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
62%
Amber shared
60%
100%
Woody shared
65%
61%
Smoky shared
50%
64%
Balsamic shared
45%
51%

Performance

Serge Noire Encens Satin
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Serge Noire

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The explosive clove-cinnamon spice over a smoky incense and resinous woody drydown reads heaviest in winter, the anchor season, with autumn a close extension. The heat and density keep it well off the spring and summer shelves.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

A pushy, artistic statement scent with strong projection suits date nights and formal cool-weather evenings where presence is welcome. The challenging, near-savoury opening makes it a poor office or sport choice.

Encens Satin

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and smooth, inoffensive nature make it suitable for office wear, especially since it's not overpowering. The sensual amber and incense notes, combined with its refined character, make it an excellent choice for a date or formal events. It's too rich and warm for active sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, amber

Key Differences

Without cinnamon and clove

Where to buy

Serge Noire EDP
Encens Satin EDP
50.00ml
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