Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum bottle Cuir de Lancôme
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2006 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum bottle Noir Obscur

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum
This one's a true classic, lauded for its buttery-soft leather and sophisticated charm. While some might find it a touch too 'ladylike' or quietly confident, it's widely regarded as a beautifully crafted, easy-to-wear leather that stands the test of time.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Noir Obscur is a divisive one. Some find its dark, boozy warmth utterly captivating, a vintage-styled dream. Others, however, are left underwhelmed by its subtlety, calling it flat or too quiet. It's a love-it-or-leave-it scent for those who appreciate nuanced darkness.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 15% 8%
Floral 28% 25%
Fruity 4% 5%
Green 2% 7%
Sweet 19% 21%
Warm 16% 19%
Woody 16% 14%
Earthy 19% 15%
Animalic 11% 10%
Fresh 7% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cuir de Lancôme EdP
Noir Obscur EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 22% vs 22%
Only in Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 26% Ylang-Ylang 26% Hawthorn 25%
Only in Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Iris 28% Rose 25% Osmanthus 25%

Accords

Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
100%
Leather
62%
88%
Woody
100%
75%
Warm Spicy
94%
65%
Amber
94%
75%
Smoky
65%
Rum
72%
Aromatic
62%
60%
Iris
54%
Earthy
58%
Powdery
58%
56%
Floral
Animalic
56%
52%
Patchouli
Leather shared
100%
62%
Woody shared
88%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
75%
94%
Amber shared
65%
94%
Smoky shared
75%
65%
Rum
72%
62%
60%
Earthy shared
54%
58%
58%
56%
56%
52%

Performance

Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum Noir Obscur Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined, soft leather and floral notes make it highly appropriate for formal and date settings, conveying elegance rather than overt power. The moderate sillage and 'office-friendly' nature noted by reviewers suggest it's wearable in professional environments without being intrusive.

Noir Obscur 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 woody accords, combined with a reported moderate projection and longevity, make it unsuitable for vigorous activities or a professional office setting. It truly shines in intimate date settings or sophisticated formal events, with some reviewers noting its old-world charm for wintry days.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
82%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Cuir de Lancôme Eau de Parfum
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