Question 1

What's the difference between Black Vanilla Absolute and Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

Black Vanilla Absolute is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perry Ellis (2015) dominated by Vanilla accords. Noir Extreme is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2015) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Vanilla, Amber, Powdery, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Vanilla Absolute or Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Vanilla Absolute scores 4.38/5 vs Noir Extreme at 4.43/5. On r/fragrance, Black Vanilla Absolute sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Noir Extreme is 6.8/10 (mixed). Black Vanilla Absolute's standout strength: Sweet, boozy vanilla profile with cozy character. Noir Extreme's standout strength: Luxurious, classy scent profile with vanilla, woody, leather notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Black Vanilla Absolute and Noir Extreme smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Amber, Powdery, Sweet, Vanilla. Black Vanilla Absolute: Black Vanilla Absolute is appreciated by the r/fragrance community for its sweet, boozy vanilla scent at an accessible price, making it a good budget alternative to pricier vanilla fragrances like Spirituese Double Vanille. Noir Extreme: Tom Ford Noir Extreme receives mixed community feedback.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Black Vanilla Absolute or Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

Black Vanilla Absolute: Poor longevity and projection (lasts 1-2 hours) Noir Extreme: Excellent performance on some skin types (8-16 hours reported) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Black Vanilla Absolute vs Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

Black Vanilla Absolute scores highest for winter wear; Noir Extreme scores highest for winter wear. Black Vanilla Absolute leans evening, Noir Extreme leans evening.

Black Vanilla Absolute vs Noir Extreme

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Black Vanilla Absolute (4)

Μοναδικές στο Noir Extreme (13)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Vanilla Absolute

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Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Noir Extreme

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Χαρακτηριστικό	Black Vanilla Absolute	Noir Extreme
Οίκος	Perry Ellis	Tom Ford
Έτος	2015	2015
Βαθμολογία	4.38	4.43
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	5	14