Question 1

What's the difference between Pure Gold and Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Pure Gold is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2009) dominated by White Floral accords. Coco Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chanel (2012) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Citrus, Patchouli, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Pure Gold or Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pure Gold scores 3.72/5 vs Coco Noir at 4.13/5. On r/fragrance, Pure Gold sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Coco Noir is 6.5/10 (mixed). 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 Pure Gold and Coco Noir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Citrus, Patchouli, Vanilla, Jasmine, Musk. Pure Gold: Unable to analyze. 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, Pure Gold 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 Pure Gold vs Coco Noir?

Accepted Answer

Pure Gold scores highest for all seasons wear; Coco Noir scores highest for fall wear. Pure Gold leans daytime, Coco Noir leans evening.

Pure Gold vs Coco Noir

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Pure Gold (4)

Uniek voor Coco Noir (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Pure Gold

Community-sentimentpuls — Coco Noir

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Pure Gold	Coco Noir
Merk	Montale	Chanel
Jaar	2009	2012
Beoordeling	3.72	4.13
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	16