Thé Noir 29
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Azores For Men
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Which Should You Buy?
A chic, introspective scent that weaves dried fig, black tea, and tobacco into a quietly powerful aura. Thé Noir 29 is both refined and enigmatic-signature-worthy for those who crave complexity over crowd-pleasing sweetness.
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Ormonde Jayne Ormonde Man (2004), the green-woody-resinous Linda Pilkington signature built around the rare black-hemlock heart that became one of British niche perfumery's most distinctive masculine references. PP customer reviews flag Azores as a notably faithful copy ('I cannot tell the difference comparing the oil to the original'; another wearer puts the similarity at 'mas de 95%'). Honest dupe-fidelity for autumn-winter and casual-formal wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 40% |
| Floral | 2% | 10% |
| Fruity | 5% | 10% |
| Green | 23% | 90% |
| Sweet | 14% | 10% |
| Warm | 17% | 40% |
| Woody | 20% | 90% |
| Earthy | 14% | 70% |
| Animalic | 8% | 20% |
| Fresh | 11% | 65% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Thé Noir 29 is anchored by woody, earthy, and dried fruit notes, making it exceptional in fall and spring when mild weather brings out both its freshness and depth. It is less suited to hot summer days due to its complexity and density, but works well on cooler evenings or mild winters.
Occasions
This scent's rich, distinctive character and moderate boldness make it perfect for dates, creative or formal settings, and evening events, while its sophistication lets it work for the office if applied lightly. It is too moody and complex for sporty activities.
Seasons
Black-hemlock-cedar-vetiver-sandalwood is firmly autumn-winter territory; the green-woody-aromatic character carries naturally into a cool spring. Less natural in warm summer where the resinous base reads heavy.
Occasions
Polished masculine green-woody with moderate projection fits casual day, business casual, and dinner wear evenly. Office-appropriate at any dosage. Too distinctive and resinous for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Fresh Spicy accords and Bergamot, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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