Question 1

What's the difference between Black Tulip and Mon Guerlain?

Accepted Answer

Black Tulip is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nest (2016) dominated by Fruity accords. Mon Guerlain is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2017) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Sweet, Powdery, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Tulip or Mon Guerlain?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Tulip scores 3.91/5 vs Mon Guerlain at 4.08/5. On r/fragrance, Black Tulip sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Mon Guerlain is 7.8/10 (positive). Black Tulip's standout strength: Desirable enough that community members actively seek dupes. Mon Guerlain's standout strength: Soft, sweet vanilla with sophisticated undertones. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Black Tulip and Mon Guerlain smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Tulip: Black Tulip by Nest is appreciated enough within the r/fragrance community that multiple members are actively seeking more affordable dupes, indicating positive reception. Mon Guerlain: The r/fragrance community views Mon Guerlain positively overall, praising its comforting vanilla scent and broad appeal.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Black Tulip or Mon Guerlain?

Accepted Answer

Mon Guerlain: Longevity and projection issues reported by some users Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Black Tulip vs Mon Guerlain?

Accepted Answer

Black Tulip scores highest for winter wear; Mon Guerlain scores highest for fall wear. Black Tulip leans evening, Mon Guerlain leans daytime.

Black Tulip vs Mon Guerlain

Comparison Summary

Unique to Mon Guerlain (11)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Tulip

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Mon Guerlain

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Attribute	Black Tulip	Mon Guerlain
Brand	Nest	Guerlain
Year	2016	2017
Rating	3.91	4.08
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	11