Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum vs Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Mr. Burberry

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

Ombre Noire

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Mr. Burberry EDP is the definitive crowd-pleaser for those who want to smell good without shouting about it. While some find it too safe or basic, its elegance, versatility, and smooth masculine character have garnered a loyal following, proving that sometimes, simple sophistication is best.

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Our Verdict - Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive brew; some find it a masterful blend of boozy, woody spice with an almost magical 'maceration' effect, others are just getting a headache-inducing whiff of curry. You'll either adore its dark, mature mystery or find yourself smelling like last night's Indian takeaway. Seriously, sample first.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	7%	8%
Floral	4%	1%
Fruity	1%	4%
Green	13%	17%
Sweet	15%	17%
Warm	26%	24%
Woody	22%	16%
Earthy	13%	12%
Animalic	1%	2%
Fresh	22%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mr. Burberry EdP

Ombre Noire EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Mint 26% vs 33%

Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Cardamom 31% Grapefruit 23% Tarragon 20%

Only in Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Fig Leaf 40% Bergamot 27%

Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Lavender 39% Nutmeg 31% Cedar 30%

Only in Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Tobacco 38% Cinnamon 34% Papyrus 28%

Only in Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 26% Cinnamon 18% Amber 15% Benzoin 14% Vetiver 14% Sandalwood 13%

Only in Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Cognac 25% Myrrh 21% Frankincense 20% Cedar 18% Tonka Bean 16%

Accords

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

100%

Warm Spicy

85%

83%

Woody

100%

98%

Aromatic

56%

58%

Amber

85%

Sweet

72%

56%

Green

71%

68%

Fresh Spicy

51%

Tobacco

64%

60%

Patchouli

Cinnamon

58%

50%

Citrus

50%

Earthy

49%

Lavender

Fresh

45%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

85%

Woody shared

83%

100%

Aromatic shared

98%

56%

Amber shared

58%

85%

Sweet

72%

Green shared

56%

71%

Fresh Spicy shared

68%

51%

Tobacco

64%

Patchouli

60%

Cinnamon

58%

Citrus

50%

Earthy

50%

Lavender

49%

Fresh

45%

Performance

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. The warm spice and woody accords lend themselves well to dates, but it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.

Ombre Noire Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its warm, spicy, and boozy profile makes it a stellar choice for dates and formal events, creating an alluring and sophisticated aura. The often-cited moderate performance, especially after 'maceration', allows it to be wearable for casual outings without being overwhelming, though its depth is less suited for office or sport environments.