Santal Noir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2022 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Demachy's dark, boozy sandalwood for La Collection Privee - sandalwood lacquered with ambrette's musky-fruity glow and a Turkish rose accent. Reviewers repeatedly call it Demachy's reading of Chanel Egoiste, finished with a soft leather facet.
This one's a proper grown-up scent, leaning into classic leather and tobacco for a mature vibe. If you're after sweet and trendy, look elsewhere; this is for those who appreciate a more rugged, old-school charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 20% | 25% |
| Fruity | 0% | 6% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 20% | 18% |
| Warm | 10% | 12% |
| Woody | 29% | 23% |
| Earthy | 6% | 9% |
| Animalic | 28% | 30% |
| Fresh | 4% | 3% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Fragrantica voters split 100% fall, 98.5% winter - the creamy lacquered sandalwood-leather profile lands firmly as cold-weather wear. The boozy ambrette warmth feels stifling in heat; summer is the weakest fit at 28%.
Occasions
Night-coded at 98.5% of voters - the sandalwood-rose-leather depth reads evening rather than daytime. Best for formal dinners and date nights where statement projection is welcome; casual and office wear are weaker because the composition demands cooler air and attention.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
The prominent leather and tobacco notes make this fragrance a bit too strong for an office setting. It's much better suited for evening wear, whether that's a date or a formal event, especially in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Leather, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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