Is Perfume Parlour Black Coal a dupe of Tom Ford Noir Anthracite?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Noir Anthracite
- Black Coal
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
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'.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Noir Anthracite. Built around Bergamot, Ebony, Ginger, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Noir Anthracite.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
Best in autumn and winter - the warm spicy, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for evening and daily - the warm spicy accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Bergamot, Ginger, Ebony
Without amberwood and birch
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Noir Anthracite EDP
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Black Coal EDP
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Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United States. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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