Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum vs Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Noir Anthracite

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2014
££	Price Tier	££

Aquilaria

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum

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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Our Verdict - Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Aquilaria is a deep, woody rose with a masculine lean that demands attention. It's not a shy scent, but one that confidently wraps you in its resinous embrace.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	15%
Floral	8%	13%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	12%	12%
Sweet	7%	10%
Warm	32%	27%
Woody	23%	16%
Earthy	12%	15%
Animalic	6%	9%
Fresh	13%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Noir Anthracite EdP

Aquilaria EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 26% vs 50%

Only in Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum

Sichuan Pepper 43% Ginger 30%

Only in Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Pepper 50%

Only in Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum

Spicy 43% Galbanum 32% Jasmine 25%

Only in Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Saffron 20% Rose 20% Tea 20% Juniper 20% Geranium 20%

Shared Notes

Birch 14% vs 12%

Only in Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum

Ebony 18% Cedar 16% Leather 14% Sandalwood 13% Patchouli 12% Amberwood 11%

Only in Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Tolu Balsam 12% Vanilla 12% Castoreum 12% Oud 12% Labdanum 12% Guaiac Wood 12% Oakmoss 12%

Accords

Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

92%

76%

Fresh Spicy

100%

57%

Leather

77%

Aromatic

73%

64%

Warm Spicy

69%

Amber

69%

45%

Smoky

65%

58%

Citrus

50%

Rose

58%

Powdery

52%

46%

Herbal

Woody shared

100%

92%

Fresh Spicy shared

76%

100%

Leather shared

57%

77%

Aromatic

73%

Warm Spicy shared

64%

69%

Amber

69%

Smoky shared

45%

65%

Citrus shared

58%

50%

Rose

58%

Powdery

52%

Herbal

46%

Performance

Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum

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.

Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its deep, resinous, and woody character, Aquilaria is best suited for evenings and formal events. While potent, it's a bit much for the office but could work casually if applied lightly.