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Pomegranate Noir Eau de Cologne bottle Pomegranate Noir EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2005 Year 2005
££ Price Tier £
Black Pomegranate Eau de Parfum bottle Black Pomegranate EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pomegranate Noir EDC
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 - Black Pomegranate EDP
Black Pomegranate nails the distinctive juicy-dark pomegranate-and-clove signature of Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir, wrapping the fruit in spicy incense and cedar. The original's smoky, clove-cigarette nuance reads cleaner and flatter here, but the unusual fruity-woody character comes through faithfully on a budget.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pomegranate Noir EDC
Black Pomegranate EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pomegranate 22% vs 27%
Rhubarb 20% vs 18%
Plum 19% vs 19%
Raspberry 19% vs 19%
Watermelon 17% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Clove 14% vs 15%
Pink Pepper 14% vs 13%
Guaiac Wood 13% vs 12%
Frankincense 12% vs 13%
Opoponax 12% vs 11%
Rose 11% vs 12%
Jasmine 10% vs 11%
Shared Notes
Cedar 27% vs 28%
Patchouli 25% vs 24%
Musk 23% vs 24%
Amber 23% vs 22%

Accords

Pomegranate Noir Black Pomegranate
100%
Woody
70%
80%
Warm Spicy
65%
75%
Fruity
80%
55%
Sweet
Smoky
50%
Floral
50%
45%
Amber
Musky
45%
Woody shared
100%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
65%
Fruity shared
75%
80%
55%
50%
50%
45%
45%

Performance

Pomegranate Noir Black Pomegranate
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.

Black Pomegranate

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Dark fruit, clove and smoky woods favour autumn and winter, with spring crossover and little summer appeal.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its mysterious, spicy character suits evenings and dates more than the office.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, warm spicy, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pomegranate Noir EDC
Black Pomegranate EDP
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