Patchouly
EtroCologne1989
Side by side
Patchouly vs. Encre Noire
Is Patchouly better than Encre Noire?
Encre Noire projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
CypressMusk
woodyaromaticfresh spicyearthy
This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Patchouly and Encre Noire?
| Patchouly | Encre Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1989 | 2006 |
| Gender | Unisex | Male |
| Perfumer | — | Nathalie Lorson |
| Best season | Fall | — |
Scent DNA
How do Patchouly and Encre Noire smell?
Patchouly
Woody
Aromatic
Patchouli
Warm Spicy
Fresh Spicy
Earthy
Herbal
Balsamic
Encre Noire
Woody
Aromatic
Musky
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
Smoky
Green
Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Patchouly and Encre Noire share?
Top
ArtemisiaBergamotFlorida orange
CypressVetiveryl acetate
Heart
SandalwoodGeraniumRose
VetiverHaitian vetiver
Base
PatchouliCypressAmberMintVanillaMusk
Cashmere WoodCashmeranMusk
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Amber
Amber
Cashmere WoodCashmeran
Woody Notes
SandalwoodCypress
Cypress
Musk
Musk
Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Patchouly and Encre Noire work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Patchouly or Encre Noire?
| Patchouly | Encre Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Patchouly and Encre Noire?
Patchouli done without apology. Bold, dark, and a little smoky. Some people lean in. Others walk out. That's the point, this isn't for the tentative. Ever.Patchouly
This is the fragrance for someone who wants vetiver and nothing else. No florals to soften it, no sweetness to apologize for. Just the dry, earthy depth of roots and bark.Encre Noire
The hunt
Where to buy Patchouly and Encre Noire
| Patchouly | Encre Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| 50ml | — | $23.09fragrancenet |
Cheapest in-stock offer per size. Retailer links support Silloria at no extra cost to you.
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