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Serge LutensCollection Noire

Serge Noire (EDP)

2008

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Versions Timeline

2008

Serge Noire (Original Release)

Price Range
$103

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Christopher SheldrakeSerge Lutens

"Serge Noire is a dark, smoky Eau de Parfum centered on incense, spice, woods, amber, and leather-like tonalities. Its opening combines bright citrus with black pepper, creating a sharp contrast against the heavier drydown. The heart becomes more austere and atmospheric through incense, tobacco, and leather. Sandalwood, cedarwood, musk, amber, and patchouli give the base a dry, resinous, and shadowy character. The overall effect is Gothic, unorthodox, and deliberately challenging rather than conventionally sweet or polished. It is a distinctive unisex fragrance for those drawn to ash-like smoke, dark woods, and complex spice."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter

Ideal Weather

Cold
Dry
Cloudy
Mild

Moods

Mysterious
Sophisticated
Powerful
Creative
Adventurous

Occasions

Dinner
Formal
Night Out
Concert
Lounging

Fun Facts

Serge Noire was launched in 2008 as part of Serge Lutens' export-line offerings.

Christopher Sheldrake is credited as the perfumer, with Serge Lutens also associated with the creation.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
CitrusSpicySmokyLeatheryWoodyResinousOriental

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

bergamot
black pepper
grapefruit
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

leather
incense
tobacco
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

sandalwood
cedarwood
amber
musk
patchouli

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
70%

Strong

Reviews Summary

“Serge Noire is widely experienced as a dark, smoky, incense-led fragrance with ash-like facets, cloves, cinnamon, patchouli, amber, leather, and dry woods. Its Gothic and unconventional character can be polarizing, but its unusual balance of spice, smoke, and woody austerity is central to its appeal.”

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