Magie Noire Eau de Toilette vs Safari Eau de Parfum

Magie Noire

Edt	Concentration	Edp
F	Gender	U
1978	Year	1990
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

A bewitching chypre that commands attention, Magie Noire is vintage glamour incarnate. Green, mossy woods and dark resins swirl with florals for a haunting, enigmatic statement.

Statement

Our Verdict - Safari Eau de Parfum

Safari is a bona fide chameleon in a bottle, both a beloved vintage treasure and a divisive green beast. You'll either adore its wild beauty or run for the hills. If you find a vintage bottle, snap it up - the modern stuff just doesn't hit the same.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	4%	6%
Floral	29%	28%
Fruity	6%	4%
Green	16%	22%
Sweet	18%	16%
Warm	9%	6%
Woody	13%	21%
Earthy	14%	14%
Animalic	10%	3%
Fresh	10%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Magie Noire EdT

Safari EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Galbanum 19% vs 18%

Redcurrant Leaf 18% vs 9%

Hyacinth 16% vs 13%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Rose 16% Raspberry 15% Bergamot 14%

Only in Safari Eau de Parfum

Marigold 18% Narcissus 14% Orange 10% Blackcurrant 9% Mandarin 9%

Shared Notes

Orris 12% vs 22%

Jasmine 11% vs 18%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Honey 15% Narcissus 13% Cedar 13% Ylang-Ylang 12% Tuberose 12% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Only in Safari Eau de Parfum

Rosemary 21% Rose 19% Orange Blossom 19%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 10% vs 17%

Amber 9% vs 21%

Vetiver 9% vs 22%

Sandalwood 9% vs 20%

Only in Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Oakmoss 11% Spicy 11% Civet 11% Incense 10% Myrrh 10% Musk 9%

Only in Safari Eau de Parfum

Cedar 18%

Accords

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette Safari Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

80%

70%

Aromatic

100%

88%

Green

91%

75%

Earthy

52%

66%

Amber

Fresh Spicy

66%

48%

Balsamic

65%

62%

Warm Spicy

Floral

61%

55%

Mossy

Herbal

50%

Sweet

49%

Citrus

48%

38%

Powdery

30%

Animalic

Woody shared

100%

80%

Aromatic shared

70%

100%

Green shared

88%

91%

Earthy shared

75%

52%

Amber

66%

Fresh Spicy

66%

Balsamic shared

48%

65%

Warm Spicy

62%

Floral

61%

Mossy

55%

Herbal

50%

Sweet

49%

Citrus

48%

Powdery

38%

Animalic

30%

Performance

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette Safari Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Magie Noire Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Oakmoss, patchouli and resinous notes thrive in cool weather, making Magie Noire perfect for fall and winter. Its richness and warmth suit chilly evenings, but the green and floral edges make it wearable in spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Best suited for formal or evening occasions due to its opulent, bold character and pronounced sillage. Too commanding for sporty or daily office settings, but has a deeply romantic vintage allure for nights out.

Safari 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:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and distinctive green-aromatic character make it a bold choice, perhaps too much for a subdued office setting. However, for formal events or a sophisticated date, its depth and elegance truly shine. It's too complex and strong for sports.