HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs L'Homme À la Rose
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 L'Homme À la Rose leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
70/100
62/100
Sillage
60/100
55%
Day Wear
65%
45%
Night Wear
35%
25%
Spring
35%
20%
Summer
28%
35%
Autumn
22%
20%
Winter
15%
45
Value (lower price wins)
42
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
L'Homme À la Rose
Top
Pink Pepper, Bergamot, Grasse Rose
Heart
Damask Rose, Rose Absolute
Base
Amberwood, Woody Notes, Musk
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or L'Homme À la Rose 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 L'Homme À la Rose leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Thé Noir 29 or L'Homme À la Rose?
Thé Noir 29 lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while L'Homme À la Rose is rated long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and L'Homme À la Rose smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Musk. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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