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Re-charge Black Pepper Eau de Parfum bottle Re-charge Black Pepper EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2019 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum bottle Noir Anthracite EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Re-charge Black Pepper EDP
A fresh yet assertive pepper bomb with aromatic and woody depth, this is a modern, office-friendly signature for those who want to stand out with subtle confidence rather than sweetness.
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Our Verdict - Noir Anthracite EDP
Tom Ford Noir Anthracite is a discontinued masterpiece that splits opinion: a love-it-or-hate-it scent for serious fragrance enthusiasts rather than casual wearers. Expect bold, unapologetic masculinity that screams 'old money' or 'action hero'.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
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Noir Anthracite EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 23% vs 26%
Only in Re-charge Black Pepper
Lavender 29% Coriander 25% Cardamom 22%
Only in Noir Anthracite
Sichuan Pepper 43% Ginger 30%
Shared Notes
Cedar 25% vs 16%
Leather 24% vs 14%

Accords

Re-charge Black Pepper Noir Anthracite
60%
Woody
100%
95%
Fresh Spicy
76%
80%
Warm Spicy
64%
70%
Aromatic
Citrus
58%
45%
Leather
57%
Herbal
46%
Smoky
45%
40%
Mossy
35%
Earthy
Woody shared
60%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
95%
76%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
64%
70%
58%
Leather shared
45%
57%
46%
45%
40%
35%

Performance

Re-charge Black Pepper Noir Anthracite
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Re-charge Black Pepper

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Its lively pepper and aromatic top notes work well in spring and fall when temperatures are mild, while the spicy warmth and woody base provide a cozy backbone for winter wear. The lack of sweetness and heavy resins makes it less ideal for the hottest summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Moderate projection and a fresh spicy character make it versatile for office and casual wear, while the clean, dry pepper and woody notes feel smart for day-to-night. Its assertive spiciness is less suited to sporty or highly formal black tie occasions.

Noir Anthracite

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its powerful projection and intense, non-mass-appealing character make it less suitable for the office or casual daywear. However, its sophisticated and bold profile, alongside mentions of 'winter galas' and 'special occasions', make it perfect for formal events and dates, especially in cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, warm spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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Noir Anthracite EDP
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