The Shadow Eau de Parfum bottle The Shadow
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2024 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Jean Lowe Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Jean Lowe Noir

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The Shadow
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Jean Lowe Noir
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Shadow
A potent, polarising love-it-or-hate-it Middle Eastern beast that's definitely not for the faint of heart. If you're after a loud, assertive oud without the hefty price tag, this is your scent. Expect compliments and strong opinions.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Jean Lowe Noir
Jean Lowe Noir is a truly divisive scent; some laud its beast-mode performance and opulent rose-oud blend, while others recoil from its initial harshness. It’s definitely not a blind buy, but if it clicks with you, prepare for compliments and an air of intense mystery.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 2%
Floral 20% 25%
Fruity 8% 11%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 22% 30%
Warm 25% 26%
Woody 24% 12%
Earthy 17% 13%
Animalic 17% 10%
Fresh 3% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Shadow EdP
Jean Lowe Noir EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Birch 36% vs 20%
Saffron 36% vs 22%
Only in The Shadow
Amber 27%
Only in Jean Lowe Noir
Rose 31% Raspberry 26%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 42% vs 35%
Only in The Shadow
Oud 57%
Only in Jean Lowe Noir
Amber 39% Geranium 26%

Accords

The Shadow Jean Lowe Noir
100%
Amber
100%
90%
Warm Spicy
65%
89%
Oud
68%
87%
Rose
62%
83%
Leather
69%
Fresh Spicy
44%
60%
Smoky
65%
57%
Fruity
48%
52%
Aromatic
Balsamic
51%
49%
Sweet
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
90%
65%
Oud shared
89%
68%
Rose shared
87%
62%
83%
Fresh Spicy shared
69%
44%
Smoky shared
60%
65%
Fruity shared
57%
48%
52%
51%
49%

Performance

The Shadow Jean Lowe Noir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

The Shadow

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This fragrance is an absolute powerhouse, making it unsuitable for an office setting where it could overpower others. Its bold, luxurious profile and strong projection make it perfect for formal events or impressive date nights. It demands attention rather than blending in, so casual wear depends entirely on how much you want to stand out.

Jean Lowe Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, dark accords like oud, amber, and smoke, this fragrance is unsuitable for office or casual wear. It excels in formal or evening date settings where its bold projection can truly shine without overpowering. Many reviews note its intensity, suggesting it's best for occasions where you want to make a statement.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
95%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
99%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Oud, Smoky accords and Rose, Raspberry notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Shadow
Jean Lowe Noir
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