Question 1

What's the difference between This Is Not A Pipe and Chergui?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Pipe is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Demeter Fragrance (undated) dominated by Tobacco accords. Chergui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2001) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Tobacco, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, This Is Not A Pipe or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, This Is Not A Pipe scores 3.77/5 vs Chergui at 4.23/5. On r/fragrance, This Is Not A Pipe sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Chergui is 7.2/10 (mixed). Chergui's standout strength: Unique powdery tobacco blend with pleasant hay notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do This Is Not A Pipe and Chergui smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. This Is Not A Pipe: No community opinions about 'This Is Not A Pipe' by Demeter Fragrance were found in the provided Reddit discussion. Chergui: Chergui is a well-crafted but divisive fragrance with a distinctive powdery tobacco profile that appeals strongly to its admirers but isn't universally loved.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, This Is Not A Pipe or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Chergui: Excellent performance and longevity in cooler weather Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits This Is Not A Pipe vs Chergui?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Pipe scores highest for fall wear; Chergui scores highest for fall wear. This Is Not A Pipe leans evening, Chergui leans evening.

This Is Not A Pipe vs Chergui

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Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — This Is Not A Pipe

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Χαρακτηριστικό	This Is Not A Pipe	Chergui
Οίκος	Demeter Fragrance	Serge Lutens
Έτος	—	2001
Βαθμολογία	3.77	4.23
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	0	0