Black Noir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gdańsk
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive yet captivating, Black Noir is Mancera's attempt at a softer leather-vanilla for the masses. Some will adore its smooth, sweet embrace; others will find it messy and lacking the darker notes promised by its name.
A divisive yet captivating scent, Gdańsk is a rich, boozy amber-leather with a jammy plum heart. It's not for everyone, with some finding it too heavy or familiar, but its fans adore its complex, sophisticated warmth. Definitely test before you commit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 9% | 7% |
| Fruity | 3% | 7% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 24% | 27% |
| Warm | 23% | 29% |
| Woody | 17% | 15% |
| Earthy | 21% | 16% |
| Animalic | 26% | 19% |
| Fresh | 4% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and sweet, leathery profile make it less suited for formal or office settings, where it might overwhelm. Black Noir truly excels on date nights and cooler casual outings, where its alluring warmth can shine.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dense, heavy accords of amber, leather, and prominent sweet notes, Gdańsk is far too intense for office wear. It truly shines for date nights and formal evening events, offering a sensual, sophisticated presence, while being a bit too much for casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Patchouli, Ambergris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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