HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs Silver Mountain Water
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Thé Noir 29 leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Silver Mountain Water leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
68/100
62/100
Sillage
64/100
55%
Day Wear
80%
45%
Night Wear
20%
25%
Spring
34%
20%
Summer
34%
35%
Autumn
22%
20%
Winter
10%
45
Value (lower price wins)
37
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
Silver Mountain Water
Top
Bergamot, Mandarin, Green Tea
Heart
Blackcurrant, Petitgrain, Galbanum
Base
Musk, Sandalwood, Ambergris
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or Silver Mountain Water better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Thé Noir 29 leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Silver Mountain Water leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Thé Noir 29 or Silver Mountain Water?
Thé Noir 29 lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Silver Mountain Water is rated moderate (5h - 7h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and Silver Mountain Water smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Musk. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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