Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum vs Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Lacura Pure Noir

Edp	Concentration	Edt
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	2015
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

A sweet patchouli-vanilla bomb with juicy blackcurrant and jasmine, Pure Noir punches above its price with bold projection and a seductive, modern vibe. Not for wallflowers, but a delight for lovers of fruity-sweet designer scents.

Statement

Our Verdict - Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Tom Ford Black Orchid EDT is a divisive classic - a love-it-or-hate-it scent. It's heralded by fans as a smoother, more wearable version of the EDP, but still embodies that signature dark mysterious allure. Not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	6%
Floral	28%	30%
Fruity	11%	17%
Green	4%	5%
Sweet	26%	24%
Warm	7%	6%
Woody	9%	11%
Earthy	17%	20%
Animalic	10%	10%
Fresh	10%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacura Pure Noir EdP

Black Orchid EdT

Notes

Top Notes

Truffle 31% Bergamot 24% Ylang-Ylang 18% Blackcurrant 15% Lemon 13%

Top Notes

Truffle 37% Ylang-Ylang 23% Blackcurrant 21% Bergamot 19%

Heart Notes

Orchid 38% Jasmine 27% Lotus 19% Plum 15%

Heart Notes

Orchid 37% Tuberose 32% Fruity 31%

Base Notes

Patchouli 23% Vanilla 21% Sandalwood 18% Incense 15% Cacao Butter 14% Musk 9%

Base Notes

Patchouli 20% Incense 18% Sandalwood 17% Vanilla 16% Vetiver 15% Lotus 13%

Shared Notes

Truffle 30% vs 37%

Bergamot 23% vs 18%

Ylang-Ylang 18% vs 22%

Blackcurrant 14% vs 21%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Lemon 13%

Shared Notes

Orchid 38% vs 37%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 27% Lotus 19% Plum 15%

Only in Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Tuberose 32% Fruity 31%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 22% vs 20%

Vanilla 21% vs 16%

Sandalwood 18% vs 17%

Incense 15% vs 18%

Only in Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Cacao Butter 14% Musk 9%

Only in Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Vetiver 15% Lotus 13%

Accords

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

75%

Woody

100%

80%

Earthy

98%

85%

Warm Spicy

66%

Floral

70%

67%

Sweet

69%

Fruity

69%

63%

Amber

Patchouli

63%

40%

Balsamic

60%

30%

Powdery

58%

Tuberose

55%

Woody shared

75%

100%

Earthy shared

80%

98%

Warm Spicy shared

85%

66%

Floral

70%

Sweet shared

67%

69%

Fruity

69%

Amber

63%

Patchouli

63%

Balsamic shared

40%

60%

Powdery shared

30%

58%

Tuberose

55%

Performance

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacura Pure Noir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The sweet, fruity, and patchouli-vanilla base gives Pure Noir the weight and warmth for autumn and winter, while its juicy top and floral heart make it versatile for spring. The richness may feel heavy for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Best for date nights and casual outings where a bold, sweet trail is welcome. The pronounced sweet-fruity character is less suited to sporty or highly formal settings, and may be too attention-grabbing for the office.

Black Orchid Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its strong projection and dark, complex accords make it less ideal for office wear, though some reviewers find it acceptable if lightly applied. It truly shines on dates and formal occasions where its sensual and sophisticated character can make a bold statement.