Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum vs Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Messe de Minuit

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1994	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum

Messe de Minuit is a deeply divisive, gothic cathedral of a scent that some adore for its authentic, reverent incense and others recoil from as musty and unsettling. You'll either get Christmas Mass in a bottle or a dusty, damp old church that's seen far better days.

Statement

Our Verdict - Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

This updated Black XS is a polarising beast. Some rave about its playful sweetness and mass-appealing charm, while others lament its weakened performance and what they see as a diluted version of the original. Expect compliments, but don't expect it to last.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	35%	18%
Floral	4%	3%
Fruity	4%	1%
Green	4%	10%
Sweet	18%	20%
Warm	19%	19%
Woody	7%	17%
Earthy	14%	15%
Animalic	9%	6%
Fresh	19%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Messe de Minuit EdP

Black XS (2018) EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 33% vs 29%

Only in Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum

Orange 35% Bergamot 32%

Only in Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Citrus 33% Sage 20% Marigold 18%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 20% vs 23%

Only in Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum

Myrrh 29% Patchouli 18% Citron 18% Petitgrain 15%

Only in Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Praline 35% Tolu Balsam 21% Cardamom 20%

Only in Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum

Incense 30% Labdanum 25% Honey 25% Musk 20%

Only in Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 31% Ambergris 26% Ebony 23% Rosewood 20%

Accords

Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

73%

97%

Citrus

100%

78%

Warm Spicy

90%

57%

Sweet

85%

51%

Aromatic

71%

48%

Woody

69%

63%

Balsamic

58%

45%

Patchouli

55%

Fresh

55%

49%

Cinnamon

51%

48%

Smoky

Amber shared

100%

73%

Citrus shared

97%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

78%

90%

Sweet shared

57%

85%

Aromatic shared

51%

71%

Woody shared

48%

69%

Balsamic shared

63%

58%

Patchouli shared

45%

55%

Fresh

55%

Cinnamon shared

49%

51%

Smoky

48%

Performance

Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Messe de Minuit Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

This perfume's profound and often polarising character, dominated by strong amber and incense accords, makes it ill-suited for casual or office wear. It truly shines in formal or evening settings, resonating with those who appreciate its unique depth.

Black XS (2018) Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its sweet, playful nature and limited longevity make it less suitable for formal or office settings. It excels in casual and date scenarios where its charming, approachable scent can be appreciated up close, especially for younger wearers.