Question 1

What's the difference between Nur and Black Afgano?

Accepted Answer

Nur is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from SoOud (undated) dominated by Powdery accords. Black Afgano is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nasomatto (2009) leaning on Amber accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Woody, Aromatic, Smoky.

Question 2

Which is better, Nur or Black Afgano?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Nur scores 4.27/5 vs Black Afgano at 4.06/5. Black Afgano's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent with impressive artistry and complexity. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Nur and Black Afgano smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Woody, Aromatic, Smoky, Incense. Black Afgano: Black Afgano is a divisive fragrance with genuine admirers and vocal detractors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Nur or Black Afgano?

Accepted Answer

Black Afgano: Excellent performance and longevity as a powerful fragrance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Nur vs Black Afgano?

Accepted Answer

Nur scores highest for fall wear; Black Afgano scores highest for winter wear. Nur leans daytime, Black Afgano leans evening.

Nur vs Black Afgano

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (5)

Unique to Nur (6)

Unique to Black Afgano (18)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Afgano

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Attribute	Nur	Black Afgano
Brand	SoOud	Nasomatto
Year	—	2009
Rating	4.27	4.06
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	23