Roberto Cavalli Black vs Encre Noire

Roberto Cavalli Black is regarded by the r/fragrance community as a solid budget fragrance with good performance and a pleasant aromatic spice composition. Community members recommend seeking it out at discount retailers like TJMaxx, as availability appears limited and secondary market prices are rising.

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.