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A chic, introspective scent that weaves dried fig, black tea, and tobacco into a quietly powerful aura. Thé Noir 29 is both refined and enigmatic-signature-worthy for those who crave complexity over crowd-pleasing sweetness.
LL167 reproduces The Noir 29's spiced fig-and-tobacco gourmand very convincingly, with reviewers calling it a hefty, near-identical dupe, though the tobacco-hay base leans slightly sweeter than the original's drier, smokier finish.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Thé Noir 29 is anchored by woody, earthy, and dried fruit notes, making it exceptional in fall and spring when mild weather brings out both its freshness and depth. It is less suited to hot summer days due to its complexity and density, but works well on cooler evenings or mild winters.
Occasions
This scent's rich, distinctive character and moderate boldness make it perfect for dates, creative or formal settings, and evening events, while its sophistication lets it work for the office if applied lightly. It is too moody and complex for sporty activities.
Seasons
Spiced fig over a tobacco-hay base reads as a cold-weather, evening-leaning fragrance.
Occasions
Moody and characterful enough for evenings and casual wear; understated enough to also suit smart-casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, fruity, tobacco
Subtle differences in overall composition
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