Matière Noire
floral up front, then rose, settling into oud.
About
Matière Noire by Louis Vuitton is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Matière Noire was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Top notes are Blackcurrant Syrup and Watery Notes; middle notes are Rose, Cyclamen, Narcissus and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Benzoin,…
Nose: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Louis Vuitton picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Matière Noire smell like?
floral up front, then rose, settling into oud. Dominant accords: floral, rose, oud.
What notes are in Matière Noire?
Top: Blackcurrant Syrup, Watery Notes. Heart: Rose, Cyclamen, Narcissus, Jasmine Sambac. Base: Agarwood (Oud), Benzoin, Patchouli, Incense.
How long does Matière Noire last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Matière Noire loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Matière Noire best for?
Fall is the top pick (32%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Matière Noire?
Night wear leads at 59%. Day is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Matière Noire for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 48% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Matière Noire?
Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 2016.
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