Question 1

What's the difference between 1697 and Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

1697 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frapin (2011) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Back to Black is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2009) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Sweet, Amber, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, 1697 or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 1697 scores 3.63/5 vs Back to Black at 4.01/5. On r/fragrance, 1697 sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Back to Black is 7.5/10 (positive). Back to Black's standout strength: Beautiful, prominent honey note that's less overwhelming than competitors. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 1697 and Back to Black smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 1697: Es wurden keine Meinungen der Community zu Frapin 1697 in der bereitgestellten Reddit-Diskussion gefunden. Back to Black: Die r/fragrance-Community betrachtet Back to Black als einen gut umgesetzten Honig-Duft, der Reichhaltigkeit erfolgreich mit Tragekomfort verbindet.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 1697 or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits 1697 vs Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

1697 scores highest for fall wear; Back to Black scores highest for winter wear. 1697 leans evening, Back to Black leans evening.

1697 vs Back to Black

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für 1697 (17)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — 1697

Community-Stimmungspuls — Back to Black

Positiv

Negativ

Eigenschaft	1697	Back to Black
Marke	Frapin	By Kilian
Jahr	2011	2009
Bewertung	3.63	4.01
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	17	0