Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Widian London
Direct head-to-head comparison: scent profile, key differences, and buying verdict.
Comparing Le Labo The Noir 29 against Widian London: these two fragrances share an estimated 14% olfactory match. Both feature prominent fruity, powdery, sweet accords. Choose The Noir 29 if you prefer a more aromatic/citrus profile; choose London for amber/animalic.
Match 14 — 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 London doesn't have
- you prefer the older, established release (2015)

Widian
London
2018 · unisex
- Amber
- Animalic
- Fruity
- Leather
- Oud
- Powdery
- Smoky
- Sweet
- Vanilla
- Violet
Pick London if…
- you want the amber, animalic and leather 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.
London
Reliable office and evening projection powered by dense base notes and modern fixatives.
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What they share
Accords: Fruity, Powdery, Sweet · Notes: Musk
Where they differ
Only in The Noir 29
Aromatic, Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Green, Musky, Tobacco, Woody, Bay Leaf, Bergamot, Cedar…
Only in London
Amber, Animalic, Leather, Oud, Smoky, Vanilla, Violet, Amber, Cypress, Leather…
Frequently Asked Questions: Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Widian London
How do Le Labo The Noir 29 and Widian London compare in scent?
Le Labo The Noir 29 and Widian London share an estimated 14% olfactory match. Both feature noticeable fruity, powdery, sweet accords.
Which should you choose between Le Labo The Noir 29 and Widian London?
Choose Le Labo The Noir 29 if you prefer a profile highlighting aromatic and citrus. Choose Widian London if you lean towards amber and animalic.
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