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Noir de Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Noir de Noir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2007 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
Black Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Black Extreme EDP
Our Verdict

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.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Noir de Noir if...
  • You want the original Tom Ford quality and presentation.
  • You appreciate nuanced complexity in fragrance.
  • Longevity and projection are top priorities for you.
Choose Black Extreme if...
  • You want a super-affordable alternative.
  • You are on a tight budget but love the scent profile.
  • You enjoy exploring well-regarded fragrance clones.
Our Verdict - Noir de Noir EDP
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.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black Extreme EDP
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.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Noir de Noir EDP
Black Extreme EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Truffle 36% vs 36%
Rose 36% vs 40%
Floral 27% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 51% vs 52%
Vanilla 48% vs 47%

Accords

Noir de Noir Black Extreme
95%
Earthy
95%
70%
Warm Spicy
70%
60%
Woody
60%
45%
Balsamic
45%
30%
Mossy
30%
Earthy shared
95%
95%
Warm Spicy shared
70%
70%
Woody shared
60%
60%
Balsamic shared
45%
45%
Mossy shared
30%
30%

Performance

Noir de Noir Black Extreme
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Noir de Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

Black Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Best For:
Date Formal

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

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean earthy, warm spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Noir de Noir EDP
Black Extreme EDP
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