HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs Bergamote 22
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 Bergamote 22 leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
65/100
62/100
Sillage
58/100
55%
Day Wear
85%
45%
Night Wear
15%
25%
Spring
35%
20%
Summer
40%
35%
Autumn
15%
20%
Winter
10%
45
Value (lower price wins)
45
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
Bergamote 22
Top
Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange Blossom
Heart
Petitgrain, Cedar, Musk
Base
Amber, Vetiver, Musk
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or Bergamote 22 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 Bergamote 22 leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Thé Noir 29 or Bergamote 22?
Thé Noir 29 lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Bergamote 22 is rated moderate (5h - 7h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and Bergamote 22 smell similar?
They share 4 notes: Bergamot, Vetiver, Cedar, Musk. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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