Noire De Mai

Sometimes when a fragrance is described as sexy I kind of give a side eye. But, this is sooooo sexy to me. It does remind me of Noir de Noir but more floral and less heavy somehow. It’s a dark, smoky, rose with smooth woody and deep patchouli undertones. It is a fragrance tailored for a sexy black dress, high heals, red roses on a table, and candlelight. It’s incredibly romantic and when I read the notes I’m left scratching my head. It’s so much darker than you would think. It’s almost magical because in all the gothic romance there is an underlying freshness as well. There are times when this also smells like red wine and roses. Whomever created this deserves a round of applause. No wonder the notes confused me. According to the Veronique Gabai website they are as follows: Bergamot, Mandarin, Rose Centifolia, Rose Damascena, Pink Pepper, Patchouli, and Amber. I knew I smelled patchouli.

Aromatic red roses scent....not in your face jammy like Rossy de Palma or obvious as Roses Greedy by Montale. Beautiful, classy rose. Makes you want to wear bright blue based red lipstick and black clothing This scent does take a few sprays to show itself however I have perfume eating skin. This one and Sexy Garrigue are the best two from this designer. Last longer on clothing for me Office as well as happy hour appropriate Feminine leaning however I would love to smell this on a man...understated elegance. 4-6 hours with 5 generous sprays

Correct notes from the house site are: Bergamot, Mandarin, Rose Centifolia, Rose Damascena, Pink Pepper, Patchouli, and Amber. One of the most beautifully blended and refined scents I own. It’s bright with the citrus and the peppery rose & amber keeps it dark all at the same time. It’s silage is very powerful. I don’t quite understand how the brand is claiming their scents are for layering as two sprays fills a room. And I honestly can’t imagine covering this with anything else, it’s just that beautiful.

This is such an elegant perfume. This is the sort of rose I personally enjoy, far from jammy or overwhelmingly tacky. Similar in a way to TF Noir de Noir but much lighter and brighter, and less dense. All these without losing on the quality or projection. Has a slight smokiness/darkness that keeps it interesting, but it can definitely be worn day or night due to the balancing "dewy" notes. Although apparently unisex, I think this will better suit a woman. A bit expensive imho but overall beautiful!

This is the most beautiful scent I've ever encountered - and I'm not being hyperbolic. I've been nursing a small decant for about 2 years now- and that's why I'll never buy a full bottle. I'm so cheap, I'd feel compelled to save it for "best", and just end up never using it. It is stunning though - smokey rose, resin, moss, and some sort of dark magic. Sexy in a fully grown-up way - no candy winking in the background. Any man or woman wearing this would exude quiet confidence and power.