Is Rebel Aromas Defiant Noir a dupe of Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir?
Pomegranate Noir EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Defiant Noir EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Pomegranate Noir
- Defiant Noir
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Defiant Noir approximates Jo Malone's cult Pomegranate Noir, one of the darkest, spiciest colognes in the brand's usually light range. It gets the peppery, resinous mood right but drops the tart pomegranate-raspberry fruit and smoky incense that give the original its distinctive, slightly gothic edge.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
Community season votes for Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and autumn.
Occasions
Wearers put Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for date nights and casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 5 of its 17 notes, including Cedar, Amber, Patchouli
Adds clove and frankincense, drops bergamot and leather
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