Encre Noire Eau de Toilette vs Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

Encre Noire

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2006	Year	2018
£	Price Tier	££

Bleu Noir

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Encre Noire

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Bleu Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Encre Noire Eau de Toilette

This cult-favourite vetiver bomb is either a gothic masterpiece or a challenging, unwearable mess. It's affordable, distinctive, and certainly not for everyone - prepare for strong opinions, good or bad.

Statement

Our Verdict - Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

This one's a smooth operator - a clean, musky, woody scent that's a crowd-pleaser for many, though its performance can be a bit of a lottery. Expect a 'blue' vibe without the usual aquatic notes; it's a versatile choice that's often compared to designer faves, yet manages to carve out its own niche.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	1%	3%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	18%	4%
Sweet	6%	11%
Warm	3%	9%
Woody	58%	47%
Earthy	15%	19%
Animalic	14%	25%
Fresh	15%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Encre Noire EdT

Bleu Noir EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Cypress 100%

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Vetiver 100%

Heart Notes

Musk 30% Vetiver 20% Cedar 19% Ebony 16% Amber 15%

Base Notes

Cashmere Wood 55% Musk 45%

Base Notes

Only in Encre Noire Eau de Toilette

Cypress 100%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 100% vs 20%

Only in Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

Musk 30% Cedar 19% Ebony 16% Amber 15%

Only in Encre Noire Eau de Toilette

Cashmere Wood 55% Musk 45%

Accords

Encre Noire Eau de Toilette Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

80%

Aromatic

54%

51%

Musky

77%

Powdery

62%

54%

Earthy

48%

Amber

50%

42%

Fresh Spicy

Woody shared

100%

Aromatic shared

80%

54%

Musky shared

51%

77%

Powdery

62%

Earthy shared

54%

48%

Amber

50%

Fresh Spicy

42%

Performance

Encre Noire Eau de Toilette Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Encre Noire Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Casual

While some find it professional, its strong, dark, earthy profile can be too polarising for a typical office environment. It works best casually or on dates, especially in cooler weather, as it evokes a mysterious and intriguing aura rather than mass appeal.

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Formal

Bleu Noir's clean, non-offensive woody-musk profile makes it ideal for the office. Its moderate projection and longevity mean it won't be overwhelming, while its versatile nature and 'fresh out of the shower' vibe are well-suited for casual wear and even the gym.