French Avenue 2022 Edp

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Essence de Noir

French Avenue Essence de Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Essence de Noir opens with Iris, Cyclamen, and Redcurrant Leaf, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Leather, and Amber. French Avenue's Essence de Noir carries a Statement verdict, a powdery-led wear.

Divisive, and not just because the listed notes seem to be wrong. This is for those who embrace the mature and mysterious, with a definite 'love it or hate it' response to its vintage, potent character. If you're after a safe crowd-pleaser, look elsewhere.
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Confident
  • Warm
Essence de Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 36%
Fruity 3%
Green 10%
Sweet 29%
Warm 10%
Woody 10%
Earthy 20%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, vintage character and the mention of sharp patchouli, this isn't an office-appropriate scent; it demands more space. It's best suited for evening wear, adding an air of mystery to dates or sophisticated formal events.

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About

Opens with an intriguing, powdery burst of iris and cyclamen, edged with the subtle tartness of redcurrant leaf. This soon gives way to a voluptuous heart of classic rose and jasmine, deepened by an earthy, slightly sharp patchouli. The dry down is a rich, complex affair of creamy vanilla, supple leather, and a warm amber, lingering with a vintage, almost boozy undertone.