Givenchy 2016 EDP

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L’Ange Noir

by Émilie Coppermann

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Givenchy L’Ange Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Émilie Coppermann. L’Ange Noir opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Almond, settles into a heart of Sesame and Iris, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean. Givenchy's L’Ange Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a divisive stunner. A love-it-or-hate-it 'lipstick' scent, L'Ange Noir is either a sexy, sophisticated powdery dream or a waxy, 'rotten sesame' nightmare. Go light on the trigger and definitely try before you buy, unless you're feeling adventurous.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Elegant
  • Warm
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L’Ange Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Almond46%
Pink Pepper29%
Bergamot24%
Heartas listed
Iris52%
Sesame48%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While its powdery nature might feel cozy for casual wear, the strong, distinctive nature of L'Ange Noir makes it a more suitable choice for date nights or formal events. It's too assertive for an office setting and totally out of place for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

L'Ange Noir unfolds with a peculiar yet intriguing blend of deep iris and toasted almond, providing a distinct 'makeup bag' or 'lipstick' aroma. The unexpected sesame note adds a nutty, almost savory warmth, creating a waxy, creamy texture. As it settles, it reveals a powdery base of tonka bean, bringing a nuanced sweetness that is more mature and less overtly gourmand.

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