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A daring, spicy rose that fuses floral opulence with rugged, earthy intrigue. For those who want their florals unapologetically bold and unforgettable.
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
| Citrus | 5% | 10% |
| Floral | 29% | 75% |
| Fruity | 0% | 25% |
| Green | 3% | 15% |
| Sweet | 23% | 65% |
| Warm | 24% | 75% |
| Woody | 9% | 55% |
| Earthy | 23% | 95% |
| Animalic | 2% | 30% |
| Fresh | 7% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its lush rose heart and spicy warmth make it ideal for cool, transitional weather in spring and fall, while the richness and woody base allow it to carry through winter. The spice and density may feel heavy for very hot summer days.
Occasions
Romantic and assertive, this is a standout for dates or formal events, but its boldness and spicy rose profile can be too commanding for office or sporty settings.
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
Both share Earthy, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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