Question 1

What's the difference between Islay and The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

Islay is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Floris (2018) dominated by Woody accords. The Noir 29 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Green, Aromatic, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, Islay or The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Islay scores 4.42/5 vs The Noir 29 at 4.21/5. The Noir 29's standout strength: Emotionally impactful with a rich, complex dry down that develops beautifully over time. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Islay and The Noir 29 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Green, Aromatic, Citrus, Bergamot. The Noir 29: The Noir 29 is highly praised by the community as an emotionally resonant, sophisticated fragrance with a complex development and impressive dry down that receives consistent compliments.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Islay or The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Islay vs The Noir 29?

Accepted Answer

Islay scores highest for fall wear; The Noir 29 scores highest for fall wear. Islay leans daytime, The Noir 29 leans evening.

Islay vs The Noir 29

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Islay (7)

Unice pentru The Noir 29 (5)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — The Noir 29

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Islay	The Noir 29
Brand	Floris	Le Labo
An	2018	2015
Evaluare	4.42	4.21
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	10	8