Question 1

What's the difference between X Vanilla and The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

X Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bibbi Paris (2024) dominated by Woody accords. The Noir 29 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Green, Aromatic, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, X Vanilla or The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, X Vanilla scores 3.89/5 vs The Noir 29 at 4.21/5. The Noir 29's standout strength: Emotionally impactful with a rich, complex dry down that develops beautifully over time. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do X Vanilla and The Noir 29 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. The Noir 29: The Noir 29 is highly praised by the community as an emotionally resonant, sophisticated fragrance with a complex development and impressive dry down that receives consistent compliments.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, X Vanilla or The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits X Vanilla vs The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

X Vanilla scores highest for fall wear; The Noir 29 scores highest for fall wear. X Vanilla leans daytime, The Noir 29 leans evening.

X Vanilla vs The Noir 29

Comparison Summary

Unique to X Vanilla (9)

Unique to The Noir 29 (8)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — The Noir 29

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Attribute	X Vanilla	The Noir 29
Brand	Bibbi Paris	Le Labo
Year	2024	2015
Rating	3.89	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	8