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Calvin Klein Encounter vs Fragrance Du Bois Oud Noir Intense
Oud Noir Intense for the community favourite, Encounter for the value.
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Notes
Top
RumCardamomMandarin Orange
Heart
CognacPepperPatchouliJasmine
Base
Agarwood (Oud)CedarMusk
Accords
Warm spicy
100%
Woody
93%
Rum
57%
Oud
56%
Fresh spicy
54%
Citrus
51%
Performance
LongevityModerate
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
Encounter by Calvin Klein is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Encounter was launched in 2012. Encounter was created by Honorine Blanc and Pierre Negrin. Top notes are Rum, Cardamom and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Cognac, Pepper, Patchouli and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Cedar and Musk. Calvin Klein launches a new fragrance in September 2012 - mysterious, seductive and masculine Encounter. The composition is developed by Firmenich perfumers Honorine Blanc and Pierre Negrin. It opens with aromas of mandarin, cardamom and rum. Pepper, Egyptian jasmine, patchouli and cognac from the perfume’s core, settled on woody nuances of oud, Atlas cedar and musk. Actor Alexander Skarsgard, known for his role of the vampire Eric from the TV series "True Blood", was chosen to be the face of the campaign. His partner is model Lara Stone. The advertising displays a short story open to interpretation about tension and desire between a man and a woman. Available as 30, 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette with an accompanying collection for face and body care.
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Notes
Top
CardamomBergamot
Heart
RoseJasmine
Base
Agarwood (Oud)MuskSaffronSandalwoodPatchouliAmberVanilla
Accords
Warm spicy
100%
Oud
72%
Woody
66%
Powdery
61%
Musky
56%
Aromatic
54%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
Oud Noir Intense by Fragrance Du Bois is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. Oud Noir Intense was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Francois Merle-Baudoin. Top notes are Cardamom and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Musk, Saffron, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber and Vanilla. Fragrance Du Bois is a niche luxury perfume house born from the richest essences of nature, crafted by fifth generation perfumers from the 17th century French traditions of Grasse. All Du Bois fragrances are created using 100% pure, organic Oud oil and other sustainably-sourced ingredients.A dark fragrance which emanates danger and intrigue, Oud Noir Intense is an Eau de Parfum designed for evening wear. A marriage of spices, with hint of florals and complex woody musky notes, Oud Noir Intense's appeal is enhanced by the oud in its base.
Notes in Common
31% sharedShared (5)
CardamomPatchouliJasmineAgarwood (Oud)Musk
Only in Encounter
RumMandarin OrangeCognacPepperCedar
Only in Oud Noir Intense
BergamotRoseSaffronSandalwoodAmberVanilla
Rating
3.57vs4.21
Ratings
1,060vs388
Concentration
EDTvsEDP
Launch Year
2012vs2013
Which should I buy?
Oud Noir Intense for the community favourite, Encounter for the value.
- Oud Noir Intense is rated higher by the community: 4.21 from 388 ratings, against 3.57 from 1,060.
- Longevity votes lean "moderate" for Encounter and "long lasting" for Oud Noir Intense.
- Sillage is comparable: "moderate" is the most common vote for both.
- Both are voted best for fall and winter.
- Fragrance Du Bois is a luxury house (typically $250+), while Calvin Klein is mid-range (typically $40–100).
Buy Oud Noir Intense if you want the higher-rated option and the budget allows; buy Encounter if value for money matters most.