Dupe Pair
93%
Very Similar
Pomegranate Noir Eau de Cologne bottle Pomegranate Noir
Cologne Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2005 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Cairo Eau de Parfum bottle Cairo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pomegranate Noir
A moody, spicy fruit-wood scent that stands out for its mysterious, sensual character. Subtle but distinct, it rewards those who want depth and intrigue without overwhelming sweetness or projection.
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Our Verdict - Cairo
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir (2005) - pomegranate, pink pepper and guaiac wood translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 2%
Floral 13% 13%
Fruity 23% 27%
Green 5% 3%
Sweet 21% 18%
Warm 17% 19%
Woody 17% 21%
Earthy 14% 21%
Animalic 8% 1%
Fresh 13% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pomegranate Noir Cologne
Cairo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pomegranate 22% vs 35%
Plum 19% vs 18%
Raspberry 19% vs 24%
Only in Pomegranate Noir
Rhubarb 20% Watermelon 18%
Only in Cairo
Blackcurrant 21%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 25% vs 44%
Only in Pomegranate Noir
Cedar 27% Amber 23% Musk 23%
Only in Cairo
Guaiac Wood 56%

Accords

Pomegranate Noir Cairo
100%
Woody
65%
75%
Fruity
85%
80%
Warm Spicy
70%
55%
Sweet
50%
45%
Amber
55%
Rose
40%
Woody shared
100%
65%
Fruity shared
75%
85%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
70%
Sweet shared
55%
50%
Amber shared
45%
55%
40%

Performance

Pomegranate Noir Cairo
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pomegranate Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

With its spicy warmth and deep fruity notes, Pomegranate Noir shines in fall and spring, echoing crisp air and rich foliage. Its moderate richness and spice can be too heavy for peak summer but bring comfort in winter's chill.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

The subtle projection and sensual fruity-spicy character make it ideal for dates and casual occasions, while its elegance can work in an office with a light hand. It is too moody and spicy for sport and less fitting for ultra-formal events.

Cairo

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Pomegranate-pepper-guaiac wears warmest autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Date, formal evening, casual evening.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
90%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Pomegranate, Raspberry notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pomegranate Noir
Cairo
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