Is Perfume Parlour Eastern Island a dupe of Tom Ford Japon Noir?
Japon Noir EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2007 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Eastern Island EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Japon Noir
- Eastern Island
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
A legendary, if divisive, Tom Ford creation that’s gone down in the annals of fragrance history. Expect a dark, leathery, woody scent with immense power, but prepare for some serious hunting to get your hands on it. Those who love it, really love it; others find it a bit dated.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Tom Ford - Japon Noir. Built around Bergamot, Jasmine, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Tom Ford - Japon Noir.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, powerful character, Japon Noir isn't one for the office or a casual daytime affair. It's a statement scent, perfectly suited for evening dates and formal events where its commanding presence can truly shine.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the citrus, woody profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus 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.
Shares 5 of its 6 notes, including Bergamot, Amber, Vetiver
Adds leather
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Eastern Island EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. 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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