Ruy Lopez
Mind Games2023
Side by side
Ruy Lopez vs. The Noir 29
Ruy Lopez rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Ruy Lopez | The Noir 29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2023 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christelle Laprade | Frank Voelkl |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Ruy Lopez
Woody
Leather
Green
Sweet
Cherry
Fresh Spicy
Rum
Aromatic
The Noir 29
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Tobacco
Sweet
Fruity
Green
Citrus
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Black CherryBlack PepperBlack Tea
FigBay LeafBergamot
Heart
RumDavanaRose
CedarVetiverMusk
Base
LeatherOakPatchouli
TobaccoHayBlack Tea Extraction
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Ruy Lopez | The Noir 29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Ruy Lopez doesn't chase attention. It arrives, sits across the table, and waits for you to figure out what it knows. The black tea opens with quiet authority while black pepper adds a subtle spark.Ruy Lopez
Le Labo fragrances do not seduce on first spray. Thé Noir 29 asks you to commit to fig and bay leaf before rewarding you with cedar and vetiver. If you prefer immediate sweetness, look elsewhere.The Noir 29