What's the difference between Coeur De Noir and Iron Duke?+
Coeur De Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BeauFort London (2015) dominated by Leather accords. Iron Duke is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BeauFort London (2017) leaning on Smoky accords. They share 8 accords: Leather, Woody, Smoky, Aromatic.
Which is better, Coeur De Noir or Iron Duke?+
By community rating, Coeur De Noir scores 4.05/5 vs Iron Duke at 4.06/5. On r/fragrance, Coeur De Noir sits at 8.2/10 (positive) while Iron Duke is 6.5/10 (mixed). Coeur De Noir's standout strength: Unique smoky and resinous character with strong personality. Iron Duke's standout strength: Strong gunsmoke and powder accords. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Coeur De Noir and Iron Duke smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Coeur De Noir: Coeur de Noir is praised as a distinctive, high-quality incense fragrance with strong smokiness and resinous depth from the respected Beaufort London house. Iron Duke: Iron Duke by Beaufort London is a divisive fragrance with strong gunsmoke and leather notes.
Which lasts longer, Coeur De Noir or Iron Duke?+
Iron Duke: Paper vs. skin performance differs significantly Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Coeur De Noir vs Iron Duke?+
Coeur De Noir scores highest for winter wear; Iron Duke scores highest for winter wear. Coeur De Noir leans evening, Iron Duke leans evening.
