Louis Cardin 2020 EDP

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D'Noire

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Louis Cardin D'Noire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. D'Noire opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Orchid, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Louis Cardin's D'Noire carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Skip it. Despite attempting to clone a popular scent profile, this falls flat on execution, offering a weak, synthetic, and forgettable experience. Save your money for the real deal or a better alternative.
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D'Noire Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Office Casual Sport

Its weak projection and short longevity make it largely unsuitable for occasions requiring a statement scent. It might pass for a very casual, understated office wear, but generally it's too insipid to make an impact anywhere.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

D'Noire opens with a lively, if somewhat muddled, burst of fruity and citrus notes, with pineapple, apple, and mandarin jostling for attention alongside a touch of spicy pink pepper. The heart attempts to introduce a floral element with jasmine and freesia, but it's quickly overshadowed by a peculiar, bitter undertone. A subtle musky and vanilla dry down struggles to emerge, leaving behind a faint, uninspired impression.

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