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Which Should You Buy?
A truly polarising Tom Ford, Noir Extreme Parfum inspires devotion and disdain in equal measure. It's either an opulent, creamy gourmand masterpiece that lasts for ages and gets showered in compliments, or an artificial, fleeting mess that smells of cigarettes, raisins, or even urine. Don't blind buy this one.
This Limited Edition is a polarizing beast. Some say it's Liquid Brun on steroids - richer, smoother, and more versatile than the original. Others find it overhyped, too floral, or overwhelmingly lavender. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it splits opinion right down the middle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 13% |
| Floral | 21% | 24% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 6% |
| Sweet | 30% | 29% |
| Warm | 22% | 19% |
| Woody | 9% | 10% |
| Earthy | 6% | 11% |
| Animalic | 11% | 3% |
| Fresh | 14% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a powerfully sensual and luxurious scent, making it perfect for dates and evening events where you want to make a statement. Its intensity and occasionally divisive nature mean it's less suited for an office environment, and definitely not for casual daytime wear or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and extreme longevity make it too potent for an office setting, but perfect for making a statement on a date or at a formal event. The sweet and warm gourmand leanings, brightened by citrus, give it a versatility for casual wear, though caution with sprays is advised.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy accords and Orange Blossom, Citrus notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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