Question 1

What's the difference between Amber N°53 and Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Amber N°53 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Master Perfumer (2012) dominated by Amber accords. Coco Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chanel (2012) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 1 accord: Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Amber N°53 or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Amber N°53 scores 3.70/5 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 Amber N°53 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, Amber N°53 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 Amber N°53 vs Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Amber N°53 scores highest for fall wear; Coco Noir scores highest for fall wear. Amber N°53 leans daytime, Coco Noir leans evening.

Amber N°53 vs Coco Noir

Comparison Summary

Unique to Coco Noir (16)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Coco Noir

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Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Amber N°53	Coco Noir
Brand	The Master Perfumer	Chanel
Year	2012	2012
Rating	3.70	4.13
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	16