Black Noir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Amber Intense
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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.
Prada Amber Intense is a sophisticated, clean-yet-dark amber bomb for the grown-up gent. It's a divisive one - some find it a dated 'grandpa' scent, but fans hail it as a masterpiece, often drawing comparisons to Tom Ford Noir.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 7% |
| Floral | 9% | 11% |
| Fruity | 3% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 24% | 26% |
| Warm | 23% | 20% |
| Woody | 17% | 18% |
| Earthy | 21% | 23% |
| Animalic | 26% | 16% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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
Its mature, rich, and somewhat dark profile makes it ideal for evenings and formal events. While some reviewers call it office-safe, its intensity and 'old-school' vibe might be a bit much for everyday casual wear, though it performs well for intimate close encounters.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Vetiver, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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