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Which Should You Buy?
A Guerlain for the masses, La Petite Robe Noire EDT is either a crowd-pleasing, fresh cherry dream or a synthetic, headache-inducing scrubber. Its lighter touch compared to the EDP makes it versatile, but polarising enough to make a blind buy risky.
This one's a bit of a chameleon, surprisingly unisex despite its listed notes. If you're after something woody, fresh, and long-lasting, it's worth a sniff, but don't expect a sweet fruity explosion.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 27% | 34% |
| Fruity | 21% | 23% |
| Green | 14% | 5% |
| Sweet | 23% | 29% |
| Warm | 6% | 10% |
| Woody | 7% | 7% |
| Earthy | 13% | 12% |
| Animalic | 13% | 16% |
| Fresh | 14% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its lighter EDT formulation and fresh,fruity accords make it suitable for casual wear and even office, provided it's not oversprayed. While some find it too 'girly' for formal events, its elegance can work for a date, though longevity might be a concern.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Its fresh, woody character and reported good longevity make it suitable for casual wear and even sport. The subdued sweetness and strong patchouli, however, might be a bit much for formal settings, and its distinct character makes it less ideal for a strict office environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, White Floral, Musky accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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