In Love Again Eau de Parfum vs Matière Noire Eau de Parfum
In Love Again EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 1998 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Matière Noire EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
This YSL classic is pure bottled sunshine, a fruity floral marvel that makes people happy despite its frustratingly elusive nature. Often compared to Baby Doll, it's a superior, joyous scent with a passionately loyal fanbase that will move mountains to get another bottle.
Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably luxurious, Matière Noire is a complex beast. Some find its oud too challenging and its rose too mature, while others adore its dark, sensual elegance. Definitely not a blind buy, but a must-try for those daring enough for a darkly sophisticated floral oud.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, fruity, and energetic profile makes it ideal for casual wear, office settings (if not over-sprayed), and active pursuits. While some vintage versions had better projection, current consensus points to moderate longevity, allowing for versatility across day-time occasions without being too intrusive.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated oud and floral character makes it too bold for casual or office wear, excelling instead in formal and date settings. The strong sillage and deep notes contribute to its suitability for evening and special occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, fresh, floral
Adds cyclamen and jasmine, drops apple and blackberry
Where to buy
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