Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum vs Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Havana Vanille

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2019
££	Price Tier	££

Gold Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum

This one is a properly divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it affair where the rum-soaked, dark vanilla can either transport you to a Cuban night or leave you scrubbing your wrist. Definitely sample before you buy; blind buys here are for the truly adventurous and the potentially regretful.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

This one's a mixed bag. Some absolutely rave about its unique character and luxurious feel, while others reckon it's a cheap imitation or smells like dusty acetone. If you crave something a bit different and enjoy amber-vanilla warmth, it might be your next obsession, but definitely try before you buy.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	6%	5%
Fruity	7%	9%
Green	3%	0%
Sweet	43%	42%
Warm	27%	28%
Woody	8%	16%
Earthy	12%	17%
Animalic	9%	9%
Fresh	1%	0%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Havana Vanille EdP

Gold Noir EdP

Notes

Only in Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 43% Dried Fruits 31% Clove 26%

Only in Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 43% Woody 30% Heliotrope 27%

Only in Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 28% Immortelle 26% Licorice 23% Narcissus 23%

Only in Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Amber 46% Plum 32% Leather 23%

Only in Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum

Rum 22% Tobacco 19% Resin 17% Woody 15% Leather 14% Musk 13%

Only in Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 38% Tonka Bean 36% Patchouli 25%

Accords

Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

100%

Vanilla

100%

98%

Sweet

62%

60%

Amber

86%

72%

Warm Spicy

77%

68%

Woody

65%

Cinnamon

68%

65%

Tobacco

62%

Rum

54%

Powdery

62%

57%

Fruity

55%

52%

Balsamic

Patchouli

50%

Animalic

46%

Vanilla shared

100%

Sweet shared

98%

62%

Amber shared

60%

86%

Warm Spicy shared

72%

77%

Woody shared

68%

65%

Cinnamon

68%

Tobacco

65%

Rum

62%

Powdery shared

54%

62%

Fruity shared

57%

55%

Balsamic

52%

Patchouli

50%

Animalic

46%

Performance

Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Havana Vanille Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its strong projection and intense, boozy, and often polarising character make it unsuitable for office wear, where discretion is key. The rich, warm, and sensual profile, often described as 'dark' and 'erotic', makes it perfect for date nights and formal evenings, especially in colder weather. While some wear it casually, its powerful presence might be too much for everyday situations.

Gold Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its warm, rich, and somewhat heavy profile with good longevity and sillage makes it less suitable for the office or sport. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events, creating an alluring and sophisticated aura, with some casual evening versatility.