Question 1

What's the difference between Back to Black and Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Back to Black is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2009) dominated by Sweet accords. Chergui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2001) leaning on Amber accords. They share 4 accords: Sweet, Honey, Tobacco, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Back to Black or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Back to Black scores 4.01/5 vs Chergui at 4.23/5. On r/fragrance, Back to Black sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Chergui is 7.2/10 (mixed). Back to Black's standout strength: Beautiful, prominent honey note that's less overwhelming than competitors. Chergui's standout strength: Unique powdery tobacco blend with pleasant hay notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Back to Black and Chergui smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Back to Black: The r/fragrance community views Back to Black as a well-executed honey fragrance that successfully balances richness with wearability. Chergui: Chergui is a well-crafted but divisive fragrance with a distinctive powdery tobacco profile that appeals strongly to its admirers but isn't universally loved.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Back to Black or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Chergui: Excellent performance and longevity in cooler weather Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Back to Black vs Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Back to Black scores highest for winter wear; Chergui scores highest for fall wear. Back to Black leans evening, Chergui leans evening.

Back to Black vs Chergui

Comparison Summary

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Back to Black

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Chergui

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Attribute	Back to Black	Chergui
Brand	By Kilian	Serge Lutens
Year	2009	2001
Rating	4.01	4.23
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	0