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Black XS L'Exces for Him Eau de Toilette bottle Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2012 Year 2012
££ Price Tier £
Noire Extra II Eau de Parfum bottle Noire Extra II EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
A divisive, pineapple-heavy flanker that split opinion. Some rave about its sweet, fresh, and dirty pineapple vibe, praising its beastly performance, while others find it too synthetic, cloying, and short-lived. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it scent.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Noire Extra II EDP
Noire Extra II chases Paco Rabanne's Black XS L'Excess for Him - that fresh Amalfi lemon and lavender over sea notes, cypriol and amber-patchouli. The crisp, clubby-fresh mood comes through, but it renders flatter with softer projection, sketching the discontinued original rather than fully matching it.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
Noire Extra II EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 59% vs 53%
Lavender 40% vs 46%
Shared Notes
Sea Water 40% vs 54%
Shared Notes
Amber 51% vs 50%
Patchouli 48% vs 50%

Accords

Black XS L'Exces for Him Noire Extra II
100%
Citrus
55%
99%
Woody
60%
88%
Amber
50%
84%
Earthy
83%
Patchouli
82%
Aromatic
60%
Fresh
75%
71%
Lavender
57%
Warm Spicy
40%
54%
Marine
46%
Balsamic
Citrus shared
100%
55%
Woody shared
99%
60%
Amber shared
88%
50%
84%
83%
Aromatic shared
82%
60%
75%
71%
Warm Spicy shared
57%
40%
54%
46%

Performance

Black XS L'Exces for Him Noire Extra II
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black XS L'Exces for Him

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its bold and sweet profile, often described as a 'beast' in projection and longevity by fans, makes it unsuitable for professional settings. However, its 'sexy and juicy' appeal, often mentioned by reviewers, makes it a strong contender for date nights and casual outings, especially clubbing.

Noire Extra II

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Fresh citrus, lavender and a marine accord feel best in spring and summer heat, staying wearable into milder autumn days.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date Sport

Crisp and casual, it suits relaxed days and laid-back evenings more than formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black XS L'Exces for Him EDT
Noire Extra II EDP
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