Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Perfume Oil vs Fougère Platine Eau de Parfum
Le Labo Thé Noir 29 Oil
| Oil | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Fougère Platine EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Thé Noir 29 by Le Labo combines black tea and fruity fig for an understated yet sophisticated presence. Perfect for the refined individual.
Tom Ford's Fougère Platine is a polarising, discontinued gem. Lovers laud its unique, modern twist on the classic fougère, praising its metallic sheen and nuanced blend. Haters find it too bitter, metallic, or simply 'paint-like.' Whatever you think, it's definitely not boring.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The blend of tea and fig with woody undertones suits the transitional seasons of spring and fall best. In winter, the warm spicy notes add a comforting presence.
Occasions
The refined and sophisticated nature of the tea and woody notes makes it a great choice for the office and dates. Its moderate projection is ideal for close quarters.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated, albeit strong, profile makes it suitable for office and formal wear, providing a professional yet distinctive aura. While too much for casual wear, its unique character also lends itself well to a memorable date night. Its substantial longevity means fewer sprays are often required.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, fresh spicy, aromatic
Adds artemisia and basil, drops bay leaf and black tea
Where to buy
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