Question 1

What's the difference between OLD SCHOOL BENCH and Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

OLD SCHOOL BENCH is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MiN NEW YORK (2014) 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 6 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, OLD SCHOOL BENCH or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, OLD SCHOOL BENCH scores 4.07/5 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 OLD SCHOOL BENCH and Encre Noire smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 6 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery, Musky. Encre Noire: La comunidad de r/fragrance considera Encre Noire como un excelente perfume nicho con buena relación calidad-precio y carácter distintivo, elogiado por su composición dominada por madera y ciprés, así como por su calidad a su precio.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, OLD SCHOOL BENCH 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 OLD SCHOOL BENCH vs Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

OLD SCHOOL BENCH scores highest for all seasons wear; Encre Noire scores highest for fall wear. OLD SCHOOL BENCH leans daytime, Encre Noire leans evening.

OLD SCHOOL BENCH vs Encre Noire

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (1)

Exclusivas de OLD SCHOOL BENCH (11)

Exclusivas de Encre Noire (3)

Acordes compartidos (6)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Encre Noire

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Atributo	OLD SCHOOL BENCH	Encre Noire
Marca	MiN NEW YORK	Lalique
Año	2014	2006
Valoración	4.07	4.15
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	masculine
Total de notas	12	4