Serge Noire
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bois d'Ascese
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Which Should You Buy?
Serge Noire is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a challenging opening that veers into body odour territory for some, but if you can push through, it transforms into an incredibly deep, sexy, and artistic blend of dark spices and woods. Definitely not a blind buy.
Bois d'Ascese is a divisive beast: you'll either adore its realistic, deep smoky embrace, or you'll recoil at what some call a 'barbecue' or 'cathedral' scent. It's a powerful statement for those who dare, but certainly not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 15% | 25% |
| Warm | 50% | 39% |
| Woody | 30% | 21% |
| Earthy | 22% | 25% |
| Animalic | 3% | 8% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent, polarising opening and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but its intriguing, confident dry-down is perfect for dates and evening events. The intensity could overwhelm in casual settings, and it's far too heavy for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its strong, realistic smoke and incense accords, Bois d'Ascese is far too intense and evocative for most office environments. It excels in colder weather for date nights or elegant formal events, but its unique character means it's best reserved for situations where you want to make a singular, memorable impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Smoky accords and Amber, Cinnamon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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