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Drakkar Noir

1982Men

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy.

Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. Drakkar Noir was launched in 1982. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Wargnye. Top notes are Lavender, Lemon, Bergamot, Rosemary, Mint, Lemon Verbena, Basil and Artemisia; middle notes are Juniper, Carnation, Cinnamon, Wormwood, Coriander, Angelica and Jasmine;…

aromatic woody fresh spicy citrus

Nose: Pierre Wargnye

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lavender, Lemon, Bergamot, Rosemary, Mint, Lemon Verbena, Basil, Artemisia
Heart· 2–4h
Juniper, Carnation, Cinnamon, Wormwood, Coriander, Angelica, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Pine Tree Needles, Fir, Leather, Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedar, Amber, Resins

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

84%

60%

32%

27%

26%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall30%Winter27%Spring26%Summer17%Night51%Day49%Wears male87%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Drakkar Noir smell like?

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: aromatic, woody, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Drakkar Noir?

Top: Lavender, Lemon, Bergamot, Rosemary, Mint, Lemon Verbena, Basil, Artemisia. Heart: Juniper, Carnation, Cinnamon, Wormwood, Coriander, Angelica, Jasmine. Base: Oakmoss, Pine Tree Needles, Fir, Leather, Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedar, Amber, Resins.

How long does Drakkar Noir last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Drakkar Noir loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Drakkar Noir best for?

Fall is the top pick (30%). Winter is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Drakkar Noir?

Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.

Is Drakkar Noir for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 87% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Drakkar Noir?

Composed by Pierre Wargnye. Released in 1982.