Is Perfume Parlour Black Extreme a dupe of Tom Ford Noir de Noir?
Noir de Noir EDP
Tom Ford by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, Olivier Cresp, Harry Frémont Original Acquired
Noir de Noir EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Extreme EDP
Noir de Noir and Black Extreme share a near-identical DNA, but the price tags tell different stories. Black Extreme is a budget-friendly clone, focusing on a high-fidelity interpretation of Noir de Noir's rose-patchouli-truffle core. The Tom Ford original offers a richer, more nuanced experience with superior ingredients and longevity. Black Extreme is a great option if you love the scent profile but can't justify the luxury price. If you prefer the real deal and appreciate refined blends, Noir de Noir is the obvious choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the original Tom Ford quality and presentation.
- You appreciate nuanced complexity in fragrance.
- Longevity and projection are top priorities for you.
- You want a super-affordable alternative.
- You are on a tight budget but love the scent profile.
- You enjoy exploring well-regarded fragrance clones.
A dark, velvety rose and truffle chypre that oozes decadent sensuality and gothic power. Not for the timid, this is a private blend for those who want their presence to linger and allure.
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Tom Ford Noir de Noir (2007), the saffron-rose-truffle Private Blend signature that defined Tom Ford's earthy-floral unisex line. Sixty PP reviews (77% five-star) and an r/fragranceclones 7.5/10 accuracy rating flag Black Extreme as one of PP's closest Tom Ford copies - one PP wearer reports their extract spray outperforms the original. Honest dupe-fidelity for autumn-winter and evening wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
The dark rose, patchouli, oud and truffle create a deep, enveloping warmth that excels in the chill of fall and winter. Its richness and spicy undertones are less suited for high heat but can work in spring evenings.
Occasions
Its intense, opulent character and moderate boldness make it a standout for formal events and romantic evenings. Less suited to office or sporty settings due to its depth and sensual projection.
Seasons
Saffron-rose-truffle-patchouli-vanilla is firmly autumn-winter territory; the earthy-rose-gourmand character reads heavy in warm weather. Cooler-season wear is the natural home of the composition.
Occasions
Distinctive earthy-rose-gourmand with strong projection fits date, formal evening, and dinner wear ideally; office viable at very low dosage only. Too distinctive and assertive for sport.
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 6 notes is in the original, including Vanilla, Patchouli, Saffron
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work