Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Tom Ford Oud Wood
Direct head-to-head comparison: scent profile, key differences, and buying verdict.
Comparing Le Labo The Noir 29 against Tom Ford Oud Wood: these two fragrances share an estimated 22% olfactory match. Both feature prominent aromatic, fresh spicy, powdery accords. Choose The Noir 29 if you prefer a more citrus/fruity profile; choose Oud Wood for amber/balsamic.
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 citrus, fruity and green character that Oud Wood doesn't have
Tom Ford
Oud Wood
EDP · 2007 · unisex
- Amber
- Aromatic
- Balsamic
- Fresh Spicy
- Oud
- Powdery
- Sweet
- Vanilla
- Warm Spicy
- Woody
Pick Oud Wood if…
- you want the amber, balsamic and oud character that The Noir 29 doesn't have
- you prefer the older, established release (2007)
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.
Oud Wood
Reliable office and evening projection powered by dense base notes and modern fixatives.
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What they share
Accords: Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Powdery, Sweet, Woody · Notes: Vetiver
Where they differ
Only in The Noir 29
Citrus, Fruity, Green, Musky, Tobacco, Bay Leaf, Bergamot, Cedar, Fig, Hay…
Only in Oud Wood
Amber, Balsamic, Oud, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Amber, Brazilian Rosewood, Cardamom, Oud, Sandalwood…
Frequently Asked Questions: Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Tom Ford Oud Wood
How do Le Labo The Noir 29 and Tom Ford Oud Wood compare in scent?
Le Labo The Noir 29 and Tom Ford Oud Wood share an estimated 22% olfactory match. Both feature noticeable aromatic, fresh spicy, powdery accords.
Which should you choose between Le Labo The Noir 29 and Tom Ford Oud Wood?
Choose Le Labo The Noir 29 if you prefer a profile highlighting citrus and fruity. Choose Tom Ford Oud Wood if you lean towards amber and balsamic.
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