Question 1

What's the difference between OLD SCHOOL BENCH and Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

OLD SCHOOL BENCH is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MiN NEW YORK (2014) dominated by Woody accords. Encre Noire is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Lalique (2006) leaning on Woody accords. They share 6 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, OLD SCHOOL BENCH or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, OLD SCHOOL BENCH scores 4.07/5 vs Encre Noire at 4.15/5. Encre Noire's standout strength: Excellent value for money, niche quality at affordable price. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do OLD SCHOOL BENCH and Encre Noire smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 6 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery, Musky. Encre Noire: 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.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, OLD SCHOOL BENCH or Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

Encre Noire: Good performance and longevity when applied correctly Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits OLD SCHOOL BENCH vs Encre Noire?

Accepted Answer

OLD SCHOOL BENCH scores highest for all seasons wear; Encre Noire scores highest for fall wear. OLD SCHOOL BENCH leans daytime, Encre Noire leans evening.

OLD SCHOOL BENCH vs Encre Noire

Rezime poređenja

Zajedničke note (1)

Jedinstvene za OLD SCHOOL BENCH (11)

Jedinstvene za Encre Noire (3)

Zajednički akordi (6)

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Encre Noire

Pozitivno

Negativno

Svojstvo	OLD SCHOOL BENCH	Encre Noire
Brend	MiN NEW YORK	Lalique
Godina	2014	2006
Ocena	4.07	4.15
Koncentracija	—	—
Pol	feminine	masculine
Ukupno nota	12	4