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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde. Some find it a profoundly unique and long-lasting spicy-woody masterpiece, while others are left wanting more performance or find it a bit linear. It really leans into the 'niche' territory, so don't expect a crowd-pleaser.
Serge Noire is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a challenging opening that veers into body odour territory for some, but if you can push through, it transforms into an incredibly deep, sexy, and artistic blend of dark spices and woods. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 13% | 15% |
| Warm | 35% | 50% |
| Woody | 33% | 30% |
| Earthy | 17% | 22% |
| Animalic | 8% | 3% |
| Fresh | 7% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong, woody, and spicy character makes it less suitable for an office environment, but perfect for dates and evening events. The divisive nature of its scent, while not universally appealing, provides an interesting edge for casual wear when you want to make a statement.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent, polarising opening and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but its intriguing, confident dry-down is perfect for dates and evening events. The intensity could overwhelm in casual settings, and it's far too heavy for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Cinnamon, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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