Noir Eau de Toilette vs Need A Name Eau de Parfum

Noir

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Need A Name

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Noir

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Need A Name

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Noir

Tom Ford Noir EDT is a divisive beast. Some adore its classic, sophisticated charm, comparing it to storied fragrances, while others dismiss it as generic or overly dated. If you're after a refined take on a vintage vibe, this might be for you, but be prepared for strong opinions from those around you.

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Our Verdict - Need A Name

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some rave about its luxurious blend and versatility, while others find it a tad generic and headache-inducing. It's a modern citrus-woody with a cosy edge that tries to please everyone.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	19%	21%
Floral	2%	7%
Fruity	1%	3%
Green	11%	9%
Sweet	11%	20%
Warm	18%	23%
Woody	16%	12%
Earthy	9%	7%
Animalic	16%	11%
Fresh	25%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Noir EdT

Need A Name EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 28% vs 28%

Only in Noir

Citrus 40% Mint 32%

Only in Need A Name

Cardamom 26% Grapefruit 24% Mandarin 22%

Shared Notes

Green 21% vs 24%

Only in Noir

Amber 41% Spicy 38%

Only in Need A Name

Cedar 33% Pepper 27% Jasmine 16%

Shared Notes

Musk 55% vs 33%

Only in Noir

Woody 44%

Only in Need A Name

Amber 35% Vanilla 31%

Accords

Noir Need A Name

100%

Warm Spicy

74%

75%

Citrus

100%

56%

Woody

90%

77%

Musky

46%

Fresh Spicy

76%

69%

Green

62%

68%

Amber

45%

51%

Aromatic

68%

47%

Powdery

52%

47%

Fresh

Warm Spicy shared

100%

74%

Citrus shared

75%

100%

Woody shared

56%

90%

Musky

77%

Fresh Spicy shared

46%

76%

Green shared

69%

62%

Amber shared

68%

45%

Aromatic shared

51%

68%

Powdery shared

47%

52%

Fresh

47%

Performance

Noir Need A Name

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Noir

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and classic, polished character make it suitable for office and formal wear without being overpowering. The warm spice and musky drydown lend themselves well to date nights, while the fresh opening offers versatility for casual wear, especially in warmer weather according to some reviews.

Need A Name

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh-spicy-woody accords make it perfectly suited for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. While versatile enough for casual and some date settings, it's not quite bold enough for formal events or light enough for sport.