88%
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Japon Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Japon Noir
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Wild Colt Eau de Parfum bottle Wild Colt

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Japon Noir
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.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Wild Colt
This one's a beast mode fragrance - you'll either love it and bathe in the compliments, or find it utterly overpowering. It's affordable, performs like a champion, but that intensity isn't for everyone. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 11%
Floral 12% 4%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 5% 7%
Sweet 15% 8%
Warm 14% 16%
Woody 24% 18%
Earthy 32% 26%
Animalic 24% 26%
Fresh 5% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Japon Noir EdP
Wild Colt EdP

Notes

Accords

Japon Noir Wild Colt
100%
Woody
97%
90%
Amber
100%
99%
Leather
89%
88%
Patchouli
63%
73%
Citrus
87%
58%
Warm Spicy
84%
78%
Animalic
81%
80%
Earthy
79%
74%
Aromatic
75%
Musky
72%
Woody shared
100%
97%
Amber shared
90%
100%
Leather shared
99%
89%
Patchouli shared
88%
63%
Citrus shared
73%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
84%
Animalic shared
78%
81%
Earthy shared
80%
79%
Aromatic shared
74%
75%
72%

Performance

Japon Noir Wild Colt
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.

Wild Colt

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its nuclear projection and longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, as it could easily overwhelm. However, its bold, sensual amber-leather profile is perfect for date nights and can hold its own in formal settings, particularly in cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
82%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Leather, Amber accords and Bergamot, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Japon Noir
Wild Colt
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