Le Labo 2015 Edp

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Thé Noir 29

by Frank Voelkl

Le Labo Thé Noir 29 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Frank Voelkl. The fragrance opens with Fig, Bay Leaf, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Cedar, and Musk, and dries down to a base of Hay and Tobacco.

Our verdict on Thé Noir 29: Favourite

A chic, introspective scent that weaves dried fig, black tea, and tobacco into a quietly powerful aura. Thé Noir 29 is both refined and enigmatic-signature-worthy for those who crave complexity over crowd-pleasing sweetness.
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
Thé Noir 29 Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 2%
Fruity 6%
Green 24%
Sweet 14%
Warm 18%
Woody 21%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Thé Noir 29 is anchored by woody, earthy, and dried fruit notes, making it exceptional in fall and spring when mild weather brings out both its freshness and depth. It is less suited to hot summer days due to its complexity and density, but works well on cooler evenings or mild winters.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

This scent's rich, distinctive character and moderate boldness make it perfect for dates, creative or formal settings, and evening events, while its sophistication lets it work for the office if applied lightly. It is too moody and complex for sporty activities.

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About

Thé Noir 29 is a masterful balance of contrasts: the juicy tartness of fig and bergamot opens into a heart of dry, tannic black tea, rose, and aromatic woods. Nuanced bay leaf and hay create a grassy, herbal texture, while tobacco and vetiver usher in a smoky, earthy duskiness. The overall impression is moody yet fresh, intimate but memorable-like a rainy afternoon in a wood-paneled library, the air filled with the scent of books, dried petals, and subtle smoke. The strong yet subtle projection and remarkable longevity ensure the aura lingers, inviting curiosity and admiration.