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Black Eau de Toilette bottle Black EDT
EDT Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2003 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Noir Eau de Toilette bottle Noir EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black EDT
This one's a bit of an identity crisis - called "Black" but smells vibrantly green, fresh, and citrusy. If you're looking for an affordable, inoffensive freshie, this is a solid bet, but don't expect it to last for ages. The community loves its clean, uplifting scent but bemoans its often-lacklustre performance.
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Our Verdict - Noir EDT
Tom Ford Noir EDT is a divisive beast. Some adore its classic, sophisticated charm, comparing it to storied fragrances, while others dismiss it as generic or overly dated. If you're after a refined take on a vintage vibe, this might be for you, but be prepared for strong opinions from those around you.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black EDT
Noir EDT

Notes

Accords

Black Noir
100%
Fresh Spicy
46%
Warm Spicy
100%
80%
Green
69%
52%
Musky
77%
72%
Citrus
75%
54%
Amber
68%
66%
Aromatic
51%
54%
Woody
56%
52%
Ozonic
50%
Aquatic
49%
Fresh
47%
Powdery
47%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
46%
100%
Green shared
80%
69%
Musky shared
52%
77%
Citrus shared
72%
75%
Amber shared
54%
68%
Aromatic shared
66%
51%
Woody shared
54%
56%
52%
50%
Fresh shared
49%
47%
47%

Performance

Black Noir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it ideal for office, casual, and even sport wear. While some reviewers suggest it for date nights, its generally moderate projection and longevity mean it's less suited for formal settings where a stronger presence might be desired.

Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and classic, polished character make it suitable for office and formal wear without being overpowering. The warm spice and musky drydown lend themselves well to date nights, while the fresh opening offers versatility for casual wear, especially in warmer weather according to some reviews.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, green, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black EDT
Noir EDT
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