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Blackpepper vs Bois Pacifique

Blackpepper and Bois Pacifique overlap 45% in notes and accords; 2 notes appear in both. Bois Pacifique is the sweeter of the two.

At a glance

BlackpepperBois Pacifique
BrandComme des GarçonsTom Ford
Release year20162024
Rating
7.6/10347 votes
7.6/10317 votes
Longevity
7.2/10
7.1/10
Sillage
6.9/10
6.8/10

When to wear

Seasons
BlackpepperBois Pacifique
Autumn36%35%
Winter32%25%
Spring20%27%
Summer12%13%
Occasions
BlackpepperBois Pacifique
Casual24%22%
Evening23%21%
Nighttime18%19%
Daytime17%18%
Office15%18%

Notes

In both

  • Akigalawood®
  • Cedarwood

Blackpepper

Only in this one

  • Madagascar pepper
  • Tonka bean
  • Musk

Bois Pacifique

Only in this one

  • Oak wood absolute
  • Sandalwood
  • Cardamom
  • Turmeric
  • Frankincense
  • Orris butter

Accords

Blackpepper

  1. Fresh
  2. Synthetic
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Resinous
  6. Smoky

Bois Pacifique

  1. Fresh
  2. Sweet
  3. Synthetic
  4. Spicy
  5. Woody
  6. Resinous

Frequently asked questions

Which one lasts longer?

Their longevity is about the same: 7.2/10 for Blackpepper, 7.1/10 for Bois Pacifique.

Which one projects more?

Their sillage is about the same: 6.9/10 for Blackpepper, 6.8/10 for Bois Pacifique.

Which one suits winter better?

Blackpepper suits winter better: winter gets 32% of its season votes, against 25% for Bois Pacifique.

Which one suits summer better?

Both suit summer about equally: summer gets 12% of the season votes for Blackpepper and 13% for Bois Pacifique.

Which one is rated higher?

Both are rated 7.6/10.

Which notes do they share?

Notes found in both: Akigalawood®, Cedarwood.