Noir Epices by Frederic Malle

for women and men

Frederic Malle Noir Epices Eau De Parfum is a complex, spicy-oriental fragrance that leans heavily into woody and aromatic accords.
Noir Epices by Frederic Malle

Noir Epices by Frederic Malle

3.4 oz Eau de Parfum Spray
$364.00 USD
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Noir Epices by Frederic Malle
  • Noir Epices by Frederic Malle
  • Noir Epices by Frederic Malle
Noir Epices by Frederic Malle
$364.00 USD
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Scent Summary

When you first spray this, it hits you with a massive, almost medicinal blast of orange peel and dry spices. It is not a sweet, juicy orange at all; it is more like the bitter, dried rind you would find in a potpourri. Most people immediately notice the geranium, which gives it a sharp, metallic edge that can be quite polarizing. It feels very cold and austere right out of the gate, lacking any of the sugary warmth you might expect from a modern spicy scent.

Accords

Warm Spicy
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Cinnamon

A Scent For

This is definitely for the person who prefers a 'black turtleneck' aesthetic over something flashy or loud. Reviewers often describe the wearer as someone who is serious, well-read, and perhaps a bit intimidating. It is not a 'compliment getter' in the traditional sense because it does not smell like dessert or laundry; it smells like someone who has a very strong sense of self and does not care about trends. If you like scents that feel architectural and dry rather than cozy and warm, this is your match.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

This is a powerhouse in cold weather. Most people find it way too oppressive for the summer heat, as the spices can become cloying when it is humid. It is the perfect choice for a formal gallery opening, a late-night jazz club, or a professional setting where you want to project authority. Because it has such a dry, almost 'church-like' spice profile, it works beautifully in the autumn when the air is crisp and you are wearing heavy wool coats or leather jackets.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Geranium
Geranium
Orange
Orange
Rose
Rose

Middle Notes

Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Clove
Clove
Nutmeg
Nutmeg
Pepper
Pepper

Base Notes

Cedar
Cedar
Patchouli
Patchouli
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Vanilla
Vanilla
Perfumier

Michel Roudnitska
Country of Origin

France
Year Created

2000

Our Verdict

Noir Epices says that you are a person of substance who appreciates the darker, more intellectual side of beauty. It tells the world that you do not need sweetness to be approachable and that you value complexity over easy comfort. Wearing this is a statement of refined taste, signaling that you are comfortable with a bit of mystery and that you prefer a fragrance that challenges the senses rather than one that simply blends into the background.

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