For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette vs Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

For Him Bleu Noir

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2015	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££

Carved Oud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette

A cool, enigmatic take on woods and musk, Bleu Noir is understated yet magnetic - a quietly sophisticated scent for men who command attention without raising their voice.

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Our Verdict - Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

Carved Oud is often lauded as the superior, smoother evolution of Tom Ford's Oud Wood. Expect a well-blended, sophisticated woody scent that gets plenty of love, but some find its performance underwhelming for the price.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	1%
Floral	3%	4%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	3%	7%
Sweet	15%	20%
Warm	31%	29%
Woody	26%	33%
Earthy	10%	11%
Animalic	26%	10%
Fresh	9%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

For Him Bleu Noir EdT

Carved Oud EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Cardamom 52% Nutmeg 48%

Top Notes

Cardamom 29% Cypress 24% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 24% Pink Pepper 23%

Heart Notes

Musk 100%

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Vetiver 28% Cedar 27% Ebony 24% Amber 21%

Base Notes

Musk 22% Sandalwood 21% Vanilla 20% Vetiver 18% Amber 18%

Shared Notes

Cardamom 52% vs 29%

Only in For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette

Nutmeg 48%

Only in Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

Cypress 24% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 24% Pink Pepper 23%

Only in For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette

Musk 100%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 28% vs 18%

Amber 20% vs 18%

Only in For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette

Cedar 27% Ebony 24%

Only in Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

Musk 22% Sandalwood 21% Vanilla 20%

Accords

For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

95%

Woody

100%

70%

Aromatic

54%

70%

Warm Spicy

58%

60%

Musky

45%

Oud

56%

40%

Powdery

55%

30%

Earthy

52%

Patchouli

49%

35%

Fresh Spicy

Woody shared

95%

100%

Aromatic shared

70%

54%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

58%

Musky shared

60%

45%

Oud

56%

Powdery shared

40%

55%

Earthy shared

30%

52%

Patchouli

49%

Fresh Spicy

35%

Performance

For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

For Him Bleu Noir Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The spicy-woody structure and musky depth make this ideal for fall and spring, while the clean freshness allows some versatility in cooler summer evenings and milder winter days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its refined musky-woody profile is versatile and professional for office and casual settings, with enough sensuality for dates. Projection and warmth make it less optimal for sporty or ultra-formal settings.

Carved Oud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate projection and smooth, refined woody character make it exceptional for the office, dates, and semi-formal wear, as noted by many reviewers. While not a casual 'jeans and t-shirt' scent, its versatility allows for dressier casual settings, but it's completely unsuitable for sport.