Pure Black Eau de Parfum vs Python Eau de Parfum

Pure Black

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	1999
£	Price Tier	££

Python

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Pure Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pure Black

A truly superb 'cheapie' that punches well above its weight, Pure Black is a vanilla-driven dream. Don't let the low price fool you, this is a smooth, versatile crowd-pleaser that gives far more expensive niche and designer fragrances a run for their money.

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Our Verdict - Python

Python is a divisive beast: some adore its rich, gourmand warmth, others find it too loud and fleeting. If you love sweet, spicy chocolate, it's a nostalgic trip worth taking, but be prepared for its occasionally sharp edges.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	28%
Floral	17%	12%
Fruity	5%	5%
Green	1%	2%
Sweet	37%	33%
Warm	15%	19%
Woody	17%	12%
Earthy	5%	5%
Animalic	1%	1%
Fresh	12%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Pure Black EdP

Python EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 26% vs 46%

Only in Pure Black

Tangerine 41% Pepper 32%

Only in Python

Mandarin 54%

Only in Pure Black

Tonka Bean 47% Tiare Flower 27% Orange Blossom 26%

Only in Python

Dark Chocolate 26% Nutmeg 23% Cardamom 22% Rose 17% Jasmine 13%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 43% vs 32%

Sandalwood 29% vs 36%

Only in Pure Black

Cedar 27%

Only in Python

Benzoin 31%

Accords

Pure Black Python

100%

Vanilla

64%

54%

Warm Spicy

100%

78%

Citrus

57%

73%

Sweet

51%

66%

Woody

61%

52%

Fresh Spicy

65%

63%

White Floral

Chocolate

58%

55%

Powdery

56%

52%

Amber

54%

52%

Aromatic

50%

Vanilla shared

100%

64%

Warm Spicy shared

54%

100%

Citrus shared

78%

57%

Sweet shared

73%

51%

Woody shared

66%

61%

Fresh Spicy shared

52%

65%

White Floral

63%

Chocolate

58%

Powdery shared

55%

56%

Amber shared

52%

54%

Aromatic shared

52%

50%

Performance

Pure Black Python

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Pure Black

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it suitable for office wear if applied lightly, but it truly shines in romantic and casual settings. The sweet, warm profile is less ideal for sports but can work for cooler formal events where a more approachable sweetness is welcome.

Python

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its potent warm spicy and gourmand accords make it a bit much for the office. It truly shines for dates and casual evening wear, offering a sensual and cosy vibe that's less suited for sporty activities or overly formal events.