Question 1

What's the difference between La Collection Y and Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

La Collection Y is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2011) dominated by Earthy accords. Coco Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chanel (2012) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Citrus, Patchouli, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, La Collection Y or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, La Collection Y scores 3.79/5 vs Coco Noir at 4.13/5. Coco Noir's standout strength: Beautiful, mysterious scent with depth and elegance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do La Collection Y and Coco Noir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Citrus, Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Bergamot. Coco Noir: The r/fragrance community loves Coco Noir's beautiful, mysterious scent profile and versatility, but is significantly disappointed by its weak longevity that falls short of Chanel's reputation.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, La Collection Y or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Coco Noir: Poor longevity - lasts only 2-3 hours on skin Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits La Collection Y vs Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

La Collection Y scores highest for fall wear; Coco Noir scores highest for fall wear. La Collection Y leans daytime, Coco Noir leans evening.

La Collection Y vs Coco Noir

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor La Collection Y (5)

Uniek voor Coco Noir (14)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Coco Noir

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Eigenschap	La Collection Y	Coco Noir
Merk	Yves Saint Laurent	Chanel
Jaar	2011	2012
Beoordeling	3.79	4.13
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	16