Question 1

What's the difference between Black Noir and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Black Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mancera (2023) dominated by Vanilla accords. Herod is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2012) leaning on Tobacco accords. They share 6 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Tobacco, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Noir or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Noir scores 4.08/5 vs Herod at 4.43/5. Herod's standout strength: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Black Noir and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 6 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Tobacco, Woody, Amber. Herod: Herod est très apprécié dans la communauté comme un parfum haut de gamme de Parfums de Marly, loué pour son profil complexe vanille-tabac, son caractère lisse et sa longévité impressionnante.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Black Noir or Herod?

Accepted Answer

Herod: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Black Noir vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

Black Noir scores highest for winter wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. Black Noir leans evening, Herod leans evening.

Black Noir vs Herod

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Black Noir (7)

Uniques à Herod (10)

Accords communs (6)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Herod

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Black Noir	Herod
Marque	Mancera	Parfums de Marly
Année	2023	2012
Évaluation	4.08	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	masculine
Total des notes	10	13