Question 1

What's the difference between Genie in a Bottle and Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Genie in a Bottle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Trance Essence (2008) dominated by Vanilla accords. Coco Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chanel (2012) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Genie in a Bottle or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Genie in a Bottle scores 3.00/5 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 Genie in a Bottle 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, Genie in a Bottle 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 Genie in a Bottle vs Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Genie in a Bottle scores highest for winter wear; Coco Noir scores highest for fall wear. Genie in a Bottle leans evening, Coco Noir leans evening.

Genie in a Bottle vs Coco Noir

Comparison Summary

Unique to Coco Noir (16)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Coco Noir

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Attribute	Genie in a Bottle	Coco Noir
Brand	Trance Essence	Chanel
Year	2008	2012
Rating	3.00	4.13
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	16