Question 1

What's the difference between Alternative and Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Alternative is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Faberlic (2015) dominated by Aromatic accords. Coco Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chanel (2012) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Alternative or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alternative scores 4.11/5 vs Coco Noir at 4.13/5. Coco Noir's standout strength: Beautiful, mysterious scent with depth and elegance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alternative and Coco Noir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Coco Noir: The r/fragrance community loves Coco Noir's beautiful, mysterious scent profile and versatility, but is significantly disappointed by its weak longevity that falls short of Chanel's reputation.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alternative or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Coco Noir: Poor longevity - lasts only 2-3 hours on skin Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alternative vs Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Alternative scores highest for fall wear; Coco Noir scores highest for fall wear. Alternative leans daytime, Coco Noir leans evening.

Alternative vs Coco Noir

Comparison Summary

Unique to Coco Noir (16)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Coco Noir

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Attribute	Alternative	Coco Noir
Brand	Faberlic	Chanel
Year	2015	2012
Rating	4.11	4.13
Concentration	—	—
Gender	masculine	feminine
Total Notes	0	16