Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum bottle Lumière Noire
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2009 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Junoon Eau de Parfum bottle Junoon

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum
A lost MFK masterpiece, and the ultimate 'man rose' for those who usually shy away from florals. This fragrance is so universally adored that people are literally begging for its return, making it perhaps the most missed discontinued scent in recent memory. If you can find it, buy it.
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Our Verdict - Junoon Eau de Parfum
Junoon is quite unique, a warm, spiritual journey that's not for everyone, but deeply cherished by those who get it. Expect an Indian temple, not a beach party - it's an experience.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 0%
Floral 21% 28%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 19% 19%
Sweet 15% 13%
Warm 28% 14%
Woody 11% 8%
Earthy 27% 20%
Animalic 5% 8%
Fresh 10% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lumière Noire EdP
Junoon EdP

Notes

Only in Junoon Eau de Parfum
Lavender 37% Sage 35% Tuberose 27%
Shared Notes
Rose 25% vs 24%
Patchouli 23% vs 32%
Only in Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum
Artemisia 22% Cinnamon 16% Cumin 13%
Only in Junoon Eau de Parfum
Saffron 26% Labdanum 17%

Accords

Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum Junoon Eau de Parfum
100%
Rose
68%
83%
Warm Spicy
100%
91%
Patchouli
91%
84%
Herbal
55%
Oud
80%
67%
Woody
71%
63%
Aromatic
69%
Lavender
61%
55%
Earthy
58%
58%
Cinnamon
Balsamic
55%
51%
Floral
Rose shared
100%
68%
Warm Spicy shared
83%
100%
Patchouli shared
91%
91%
Herbal shared
84%
55%
Oud
80%
Woody shared
67%
71%
Aromatic shared
63%
69%
61%
Earthy shared
55%
58%
58%
55%
51%

Performance

Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum Junoon Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sophisticated rose and patchouli blend, often described as 'classy' and 'romantic', makes it ideal for dates and formal events. While many note its presence is discreet but long-lasting, it still feels a bit too elegant for casual wear, and definitely unsuitable for sport.

Junoon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent warm spicy and oud accords make Junoon far too intense for a typical office setting. This is a scent best reserved for intimate date nights or grand formal events where its unique character can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
86%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Patchouli, Herbal accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum
Junoon Eau de Parfum
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