Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Bleu Noir
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 2011
££ Price Tier ££
Fortis Eau de Parfum bottle Fortis

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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 - Fortis Eau de Parfum
Prepare for division: Fortis is a moody, woody beast that delivers a dark, sensual punch. While some find it a softer, more wearable ode to Black Afgano, others dismiss it as a mere imitation. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but undeniably captivating.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 3% 1%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 4% 2%
Sweet 11% 16%
Warm 9% 10%
Woody 47% 51%
Earthy 19% 21%
Animalic 25% 14%
Fresh 7% 5%

Mood

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

Notes

Shared Notes
Vetiver 20% vs 23%
Cedar 18% vs 22%
Only in Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
Musk 30% Ebony 16% Amber 15%
Only in Fortis Eau de Parfum
Guaiac Wood 33% Amyris 20%

Accords

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum Fortis Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
77%
Musky
62%
Powdery
48%
Oud
56%
54%
Aromatic
50%
Amber
48%
Earthy
48%
Woody shared
100%
100%
77%
Powdery shared
62%
48%
Oud
56%
54%
50%
Earthy shared
48%
48%

Performance

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum Fortis Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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.

Fortis Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, woody, and spicy character, Fortis is best reserved for evening dates and formal events where its richness can shine. Its intensity makes it less suitable for casual daytime wear or office environments, and definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
85%
Accord
61%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Earthy accords and Vetiver, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Bleu Noir Eau de Parfum
Fortis Eau de Parfum
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