Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Bleu Noir
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Black Ink Eau de Parfum bottle Black Ink

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
This one's a smooth operator - a clean, musky, woody scent that's a crowd-pleaser for many, though its performance can be a bit of a lottery. Expect a 'blue' vibe without the usual aquatic notes; it's a versatile choice that's often compared to designer faves, yet manages to carve out its own niche.
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Our Verdict - Black Ink Eau de Parfum
Seriously, just buy Encre Noire. This clone is a bit pointless when the original is so affordable and does the job so well. You'll spend more time explaining this is a dupe than actually enjoying it.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 3% 3%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 4% 18%
Sweet 11% 5%
Warm 9% 1%
Woody 47% 46%
Earthy 19% 15%
Animalic 25% 25%
Fresh 7% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bleu Noir EdP
Black Ink EdP

Notes

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
Black Ink Eau de Parfum

Top Notes

Top Notes

Base Notes

Base Notes

Only in Black Ink Eau de Parfum
Cypress 100%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 20% vs 100%
Only in Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
Musk 30% Cedar 19% Ebony 16% Amber 15%
Only in Black Ink Eau de Parfum
Musk 100%

Accords

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum Black Ink Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
54%
Aromatic
91%
77%
Musky
74%
62%
Powdery
52%
48%
Earthy
56%
50%
Amber
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
54%
91%
Musky shared
77%
74%
Powdery shared
62%
52%
Earthy shared
48%
56%
50%

Performance

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum Black Ink Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Bleu Noir's clean, non-offensive woody-musk profile makes it ideal for the office. Its moderate projection and longevity mean it won't be overwhelming, while its versatile nature and 'fresh out of the shower' vibe are well-suited for casual wear and even the gym.

Black Ink Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its intensely woody and earthy profile makes it a bit too bold for a typical office setting. This fragrance sits better in cooler, more composed environments, lending itself to evening wear or formal occasions where its distinctive character can make an impression without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
83%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Musky accords and Vetiver, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
Black Ink Eau de Parfum
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