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Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Drakkar Noir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender F
1982 Year 2018
£ Price Tier £
Noora Onyx Eau de Parfum bottle Noora Onyx EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Drakkar Noir EDP
Drakkar Noir is a bona fide icon, a powerhouse of classic masculinity that's aged shockingly well. Today's iteration might be softer than its 80s beast mode, but it still delivers that sharp, clean barbershop swagger. It's a crowd-pleasing, dirt-cheap gem, despite performance grumbles.
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Our Verdict - Noora Onyx EDP
This one's a divisive Drakkar Noir clone, with some smelling 'bug spray and rubber' and others loving its unique, gender-bending fougère character. It's potent, so expect to be noticed - for better or worse.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Drakkar Noir EDP
Noora Onyx EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 18% vs 19%
Lemon 13% vs 11%
Bergamot 12% vs 11%
Rosemary 12% vs 13%
Lemon Verbena 11% vs 12%
Basil 10% vs 10%
Artemisia 9% vs 11%
Only in Drakkar Noir
Mint 12%
Only in Noora Onyx
Rose 10%
Shared Notes
Juniper 16% vs 23%
Carnation 14% vs 17%
Cinnamon 14% vs 17%
Coriander 14% vs 20%
Jasmine 12% vs 20%
Only in Drakkar Noir
Wormwood 14% Angelica 13%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 13% vs 10%
Fir Resin 11% vs 12%
Leather 11% vs 14%
Vetiver 9% vs 9%
Patchouli 9% vs 12%
Sandalwood 9% vs 9%
Cedar 8% vs 10%
Amber 8% vs 11%
Only in Drakkar Noir
Pine 12% Resin 8%
Only in Noora Onyx
Vanilla 10%

Accords

Drakkar Noir Noora Onyx
100%
Aromatic
100%
89%
Woody
86%
72%
Fresh Spicy
78%
52%
Citrus
55%
49%
Lavender
50%
Herbal
50%
48%
Earthy
47%
47%
Green
46%
Mossy
Leather
46%
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
89%
86%
Fresh Spicy shared
72%
78%
Citrus shared
52%
55%
Lavender shared
49%
50%
50%
Earthy shared
48%
47%
47%
46%
46%

Performance

Drakkar Noir Noora Onyx
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Drakkar Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, clean barbershop vibe makes it excellent for casual and office wear, though its present-day reduced longevity means it won't overwhelm. While it has a 'confident' air that could work on dates, its 'classic' feel might limit its appeal in formal settings. Many note it's a great 'after-shave' scent, implying daily, versatile use.

Noora Onyx

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, long-lasting nature and strong projection make it less suitable for office environments where subtlety is key. It shines on dates and casual outings due to its intriguing, unique character, but might be too intense for some formal settings or physical activity.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, woody, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Drakkar Noir EDP
Noora Onyx EDP
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