Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Mind Games Queening
Direct head-to-head comparison: scent profile, key differences, and buying verdict.
Comparing Le Labo The Noir 29 against Mind Games Queening: these two fragrances share an estimated 22% olfactory match. Both feature prominent fruity, musky, powdery accords. Choose The Noir 29 if you prefer a more aromatic/citrus profile; choose Queening for coconut/floral.
Match 22 — similarity-model estimate from shared accords and notes (similarity-v1).
Le Labo
The Noir 29
2015 · unisex
- Aromatic
- Citrus
- Fresh Spicy
- Fruity
- Green
- Musky
- Powdery
- Sweet
- Tobacco
- Woody
Pick The Noir 29 if…
- you want the aromatic, citrus and fresh spicy character that Queening doesn't have
- you prefer the older, established release (2015)
Mind Games
Queening
2023 · unisex
- Coconut
- Floral
- Fresh
- Fruity
- Iris
- Musky
- Powdery
- Sweet
- Vanilla
- Woody
Pick Queening if…
- you want the coconut, floral and fresh character that The Noir 29 doesn't have
Overall winner by use case
We can't declare an overall winner yet — there is no verified performance, season-fit, or price data for these fragrances. Compare the accords and notes above instead.
Longevity & Performance Comparison
The Noir 29
Delivers steady projection during active hours with a smooth skin scent drydown.
Queening
Reliable office and evening projection powered by dense base notes and modern fixatives.
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What they share
Accords: Fruity, Musky, Powdery, Sweet, Woody · Notes: Musk
Where they differ
Only in The Noir 29
Aromatic, Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Green, Tobacco, Bay Leaf, Bergamot, Cedar, Fig, Hay…
Only in Queening
Coconut, Floral, Fresh, Iris, Vanilla, Apple, Coconut, Cotton Flower, Cypress, Orris Root…
Frequently Asked Questions: Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Mind Games Queening
How do Le Labo The Noir 29 and Mind Games Queening compare in scent?
Le Labo The Noir 29 and Mind Games Queening share an estimated 22% olfactory match. Both feature noticeable fruity, musky, powdery accords.
Which should you choose between Le Labo The Noir 29 and Mind Games Queening?
Choose Le Labo The Noir 29 if you prefer a profile highlighting aromatic and citrus. Choose Mind Games Queening if you lean towards coconut and floral.
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Travel Atomizers & Decant Essentials
Lisapack Portable Refillable Perfume Atomizer (8ml × 3-Pack (Matte Aluminum))
TSA ApprovedUndecided between The Noir 29 and Queening? Use portable atomizers to sample and test both on your skin before committing to full 100ml bottles. Aircraft-grade aluminum outer shell with twist-up nozzle prevents leaks in luggage or pockets. Easy bottom-pump refill in seconds with zero spills.