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Magie Noire Parfum

1978Men

woody up front, then green, settling into amber.

Magie Noire Parfum by Lancôme is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Magie Noire Parfum was launched in 1978. The nose behind this fragrance is Gerard Goupy. Top notes are Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Bulgarian Rose, Hyacinth, Raspberry and Bergamot; middle notes are Honey, Narcissus, Orris Root, Tuberose, Cedar, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine…

woody green amber aromatic

Nose: Gerard Goupy

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Bulgarian Rose, Hyacinth, Raspberry, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Honey, Narcissus, Orris Root, Tuberose, Cedar, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Myrrh, Incense, Spices, Civet, Patchouli, Ambergris, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

91%

81%

72%

68%

64%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter40%Fall36%Spring15%Summer9%Night75%Day25%Wears female65%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Lancôme picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Magie Noire Parfum smell like?

woody up front, then green, settling into amber. Dominant accords: woody, green, amber.

What notes are in Magie Noire Parfum?

Top: Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Bulgarian Rose, Hyacinth, Raspberry, Bergamot. Heart: Honey, Narcissus, Orris Root, Tuberose, Cedar, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Oakmoss, Myrrh, Incense, Spices, Civet, Patchouli, Ambergris, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Musk.

How long does Magie Noire Parfum last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Magie Noire Parfum loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Magie Noire Parfum best for?

Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Magie Noire Parfum?

Night wear leads at 75%. Day is a secondary pick at 25%.

Is Magie Noire Parfum for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 65% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Magie Noire Parfum?

Composed by Gerard Goupy. Released in 1978.