Question 1

What's the difference between Valparaiso and Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

Valparaiso is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Couvent Maison de Parfum (2018) 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, Aromatic, Amber, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Valparaiso or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Valparaiso scores 4.02/5 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 Valparaiso 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, Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso vs Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

Valparaiso scores highest for fall wear; Encre Noire scores highest for fall wear. Valparaiso leans daytime, Encre Noire leans evening.

Valparaiso vs Encre Noire

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Encre Noire (4)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

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Eigenschaft	Valparaiso	Encre Noire
Marke	Le Couvent Maison de Parfum	Lalique
Jahr	2018	2006
Bewertung	4.02	4.15
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	masculine
Gesamtnoten	0	4