MCX
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2021 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Noir Endurance
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
MCX is a polarising launch not for its scent, but for its marketing. Those who've actually smelled it praise its brighter take on the original, with a delicious violet floral and darker oud backing, but many others won't get past the hype machine.
Noir Endurance is a divisive beast: some claim it's a stellar Tom Ford dupe with beastly projection and longevity, while others are left with zero performance and a barely-there skin scent within minutes. For the price, it's a gamble worth taking if you're feeling lucky.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 6% |
| Floral | 24% | 30% |
| Fruity | 2% | 6% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 24% | 28% |
| Warm | 27% | 22% |
| Woody | 15% | 10% |
| Earthy | 8% | 6% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 12% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated woody and amber accords with a touch of sweetness make it suitable for dates and formal events. While it has some brighter opening notes, the overall richness and warmth mean it may be a bit much for a casual office setting.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance's warm, gourmand profile and potential for strong projection make it less suitable for direct office wear. It truly shines in intimate date settings or formal evening events, with some reviewers even suggesting it's perfect for nightclubs due to its rich, inviting scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Powdery accords and Iris, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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