Guy Laroche 1982 Edp

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Drakkar Noir

by Pierre Wargnye

Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1982, created by Pierre Wargnye. The fragrance opens with Artemisia, Rosemary, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Angelica, Coriander, Cinnamon, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Amber, Leather, Vetiver, and Pine.

Our verdict on Drakkar Noir: Favourite

Drakkar Noir is a bona fide icon, a powerhouse of classic masculinity that's aged shockingly well. Today's iteration might be softer than its 80s beast mode, but it still delivers that sharp, clean barbershop swagger. It's a crowd-pleasing, dirt-cheap gem, despite performance grumbles.
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  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Clean
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
Drakkar Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 10%
Fruity 1%
Green 28%
Sweet 7%
Warm 17%
Woody 20%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 24%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Woody
89%
Fresh Spicy
72%
Citrus
52%
Lavender
49%

Notes

Top Notes

Lavender 19% Lemon 13% Bergamot 12% Rosemary 12% Mint 12% Lemon Verbena 11% Basil 11% Artemisia 10%

Heart Notes

Juniper 17% Carnation 15% Cinnamon 14% Coriander 14% Wormwood 14% Angelica 13% Jasmine 13%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 13% Pine 12% Fir Resin 11% Leather 11% Vetiver 9% Patchouli 9% Sandalwood 9% Cedar 9% Amber 8% Resin 8%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, clean barbershop vibe makes it excellent for casual and office wear, though its present-day reduced longevity means it won't overwhelm. While it has a 'confident' air that could work on dates, its 'classic' feel might limit its appeal in formal settings. Many note it's a great 'after-shave' scent, implying daily, versatile use.

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A sharp, invigorating burst of lemon, bergamot, and fresh mint cuts through with aromatic lavender and basil. It settles into a robust heart of juniper and pine, spiced ever so subtly with cinnamon, before drying down to a definitive, clean leather and oakmoss base. It’s the scent of a fresh shave, a crisp white shirt, and undeniable confidence.

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