Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum vs Aquilaria Eau de Parfum

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Noir Anthracite Eau de Parfum bottle Noir Anthracite EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2017 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Aquilaria Eau de Parfum bottle Aquilaria EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

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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Our Verdict - Aquilaria EDP
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

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

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

Notes

Accords

Noir Anthracite Aquilaria
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%
73%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
69%
69%
Smoky shared
45%
65%
Citrus shared
58%
50%
58%
52%
46%

Performance

Noir Anthracite Aquilaria
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Aquilaria

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Built on fresh spicy, woody and leather - a composition that sits best in spring, autumn and 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.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, fresh spicy, warm spicy

Key Differences

Adds castoreum and geranium, drops amberwood and cedar

Where to buy

Noir Anthracite EDP
Aquilaria EDP
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