Costes vs Encre Noire

No community opinions about 'Costes' by Costes were found in the provided Reddit comments. The discussion centers on other budget-friendly and value-priced fragrances such as Fine'ry, Tokyomilk, L'eau d'Issey, and various designer/niche brands, but 'Costes' is not mentioned.

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.