Question 1

What's the difference between 1979 New Wave and Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

1979 New Wave is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Bains Guerbois (2020) dominated by Woody accords. Encre Noire is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Lalique (2006) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Green, Powdery, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, 1979 New Wave or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 1979 New Wave scores 4.08/5 vs Encre Noire at 4.15/5. Encre Noire's standout strength: Excellent value for money, niche quality at affordable price. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 1979 New Wave and Encre Noire smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Encre Noire: Die r/fragrance-Community betrachtet Encre Noire als ein hervorragendes Niche-Parfum mit ausgezeichnetem Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis und charaktervollem Profil.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 1979 New Wave or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

Encre Noire: Good performance and longevity when applied correctly Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 1979 New Wave vs Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

1979 New Wave scores highest for spring wear; Encre Noire scores highest for fall wear. 1979 New Wave leans daytime, Encre Noire leans evening.

1979 New Wave vs Encre Noire

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Encre Noire (4)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

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Eigenschaft	1979 New Wave	Encre Noire
Marke	Les Bains Guerbois	Lalique
Jahr	2020	2006
Bewertung	4.08	4.15
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	masculine
Gesamtnoten	0	4