Jean Lowe Matière
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2016 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Matière Noire
Jean Lowe Matière and Matière Noire both explore the rose-oud pairing, but diverge significantly in price and refinement. Jean Lowe offers an affordable entry point, though its profile can be inconsistent due to rebrands and features a more challenging rubbery edge. Matière Noire justifies its luxury price with smoother blending, higher quality ingredients, and a more sophisticated, albeit still divisive, profile. If budget is a concern, Jean Lowe is worth a try, but those seeking a truly refined and complex experience should invest in Matière Noire.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a budget-friendly rose-oud fragrance.
- You enjoy a challenging, slightly rubbery scent.
- You don't mind potential batch variation.
- You like a darker, more intense drydown.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and blending.
- You prefer a smoother, more refined oud experience.
- You desire a sophisticated and elegant fragrance.
- You're willing to invest in luxury perfumery.
A divisive yet distinctive rose and oud combo. Some find it a masterpiece, others get rubber and burnt incense. Expect a heady floral opening that settles into a dark, earthy, and sometimes sweet dry-down. It's affordable, but recent rebrands might mean a different scent profile.
Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably luxurious, Matière Noire is a complex beast. Some find its oud too challenging and its rose too mature, while others adore its dark, sensual elegance. Definitely not a blind buy, but a must-try for those daring enough for a darkly sophisticated floral oud.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 52% | 51% |
| Fruity | 1% | 29% |
| Green | 9% | 20% |
| Sweet | 16% | 21% |
| Warm | 6% | 0% |
| Woody | 14% | 0% |
| Earthy | 17% | 1% |
| Animalic | 11% | 5% |
| Fresh | 8% | 16% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its intense floral and oud accords, might be too much for a conservative office environment. However, many find its elegant and grounding qualities suitable for office wear, alongside date nights and formal events. It's too rich and opulent for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated oud and floral character makes it too bold for casual or office wear, excelling instead in formal and date settings. The strong sillage and deep notes contribute to its suitability for evening and special occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Rose, Oud accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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