Even if I might be the first person to use this word, it best describes this fragrance in my eyes.
Noir de Noir is a dark rose-oud scent that starts off correspondingly gloomy.
I must say right away that I am not the biggest rose-oud fan (except for Oud Satin Mood Extrait).
The dark fragrance immediately opens with pitch-black roses and a hint of saffron. After the first sprays, it is quite opulent, almost overwhelming.
The earthy patchouli pairs very well with the roses and noticeably joins in after about 20 minutes. Additionally, a gentle, sweet vanilla is constantly trying to push forward and come to the forefront. The blend of the mentioned fragrance components and the black truffle creates, in my opinion, the scent of dark chocolate. Simply delicious!
I probably need to elaborate further on the sillage and longevity. The fragrance alone drew my attention due to its name, which translates to "Darkness of Darkness." I absolutely wanted to test it, so I ordered a sample.
Test No. 1: I smelled the spray head and couldn't believe it. "Wow! What are you?" I was thrilled by the fragrance composition and wanted to embrace it wholeheartedly. If it weren't for that damn longevity... After about 2 hours, despite generous sprays, the scent was gone. No one I asked could perceive it anymore. I was incredibly disappointed and gifted the rest of the sample to a colleague. I wanted nothing more to do with Noir de Noir.
A full 2 months later, after Oud Fleur was also dismissed due to a test and lack of longevity, Noir de Noir is now in my cabinet. So what happened?
In my nose, Oud Fleur and Noir de Noir really smell similar. Oud Fleur simply lacks the sweetness of vanilla and the spice of truffle and saffron.
Test No. 2: I had flashbacks from the first attempt and didn't dare to apply the fragrance, as I already knew how it would end.
Bravely, still with a broken heart from last time, I sprayed it on. The scent was indescribably beautiful again, and I was raving once more. "Stop it, you won't smell it in an hour anyway," my subconscious said. The new sample lasted a whole 4 hours, and even though that is really weak for a Tom Ford in this price segment, the addiction kicked in.
With my bottle, I can achieve about the same sillage and longevity as with the second sample. So how this high rating for both points comes about is a mystery to me. 8.7 for longevity and 8.1 for sillage. In my dreams at most!
Thank you for reading & if I have piqued your interest: Definitely test it if you are looking for a cozy perfume!
Great description, that's exactly how it is! Interestingly, it lasts super long on me, even days on my clothes, which is actually why I haven't bought it yet. I guess I have sensitive olfactory receptors.
I share your enthusiasm. For me, it's also one of the longest-lasting scents ever. It stays on my clothes for days and weeks, and when applied in the evening, it easily lasts until the next afternoon.
A truly wonderful scent. I share your enthusiasm.
However, the lack of longevity for your nose is a mystery to me.
The fragrance is still noticeable on my skin even after almost 24 hours. On clothing, it lasts much longer.
One of my favorite fragrances.
On my skin, it lasts over 8 hours, and on clothes, it lasts for several weeks.
However, the lack of longevity for your nose is a mystery to me.
The fragrance is still noticeable on my skin even after almost 24 hours. On clothing, it lasts much longer.