Black Suede vs Encre Noire

Black Suede by Avon is a budget-friendly drugstore fragrance with a dedicated but niche following. While praised for longevity and affordability, it's most notable for being a signature scent that people strongly associate with specific individuals rather than a fragrance universally celebrated in the community.

The r/fragrance community views Encre Noire as an excellent value niche fragrance with distinctive character, praised for its woody, cypress-driven composition and quality at its price point. However, it's highly polarizing due to its dark, dry, and uncompromising nature that appeals primarily to fragrance enthusiasts rather than mass audiences. The flankers (Sport and A L'Extreme) offer more wearable alternatives while the original remains the most character-driven option.