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Japon Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Japon Noir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2007 Year 2024
££ Price Tier £
Dear Karma Eau de Parfum bottle Dear Karma EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Japon Noir EDP
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.
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Our Verdict - Dear Karma EDP
This one's a wild ride. Some absolutely adore its bold, witchy vibe and phenomenal performance, while others find it a chaotic mess or just another generic Ambroxan bomb. Expect drama and a distinct point of view here.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Japon Noir EDP
Dear Karma EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 50% vs 23%
Only in Japon Noir
Bergamot 50%
Shared Notes
Leather 25% vs 36%
Vetiver 25% vs 19%
Only in Japon Noir
Amber 25% Jasmine 25%
Only in Dear Karma
Ambergris 23% Musk 21%

Accords

Japon Noir Dear Karma
100%
Woody
51%
90%
Amber
100%
99%
Leather
90%
58%
Warm Spicy
90%
88%
Patchouli
50%
80%
Earthy
78%
Animalic
65%
74%
Aromatic
61%
73%
Citrus
Smoky
72%
Balsamic
67%
Sweet
54%
Woody shared
100%
51%
Amber shared
90%
100%
Leather shared
99%
90%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
90%
Patchouli shared
88%
50%
80%
Animalic shared
78%
65%
Aromatic shared
74%
61%
73%
72%
67%
54%

Performance

Japon Noir Dear Karma
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Japon Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

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.

Dear Karma

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and longevity, coupled with its dark, complex accords, make it too imposing for office wear. However, its 'head-turner' quality and sensual leather-sweetness scream date night, while also lending itself well to formal events where a statement scent is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, leather, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Japon Noir EDP
Dear Karma EDP
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