Louis Vuitton 2016 EDP

F £££££ Acquired

Matière Noire

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Louis Vuitton Matière Noire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Matière Noire opens with Blackcurrant, and settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Rose, Jasmine, and Narcissus. Louis Vuitton's Matière Noire carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably luxurious, Matière Noire is a complex beast. Some find its oud too challenging and its rose too mature, while others adore its dark, sensual elegance. Definitely not a blind buy, but a must-try for those daring enough for a darkly sophisticated floral oud.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
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Matière Noire Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Blackcurrant100%
Heartas listed
Cyclamen20%
Jasmine20%
Narcissus20%
Rain20%
Rose20%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its sophisticated oud and floral character makes it too bold for casual or office wear, excelling instead in formal and date settings. The strong sillage and deep notes contribute to its suitability for evening and special occasions.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Opens with a juicy, watery burst of blackcurrant, quickly transitioning into a rich floral heart where rose, jasmine, and cyclamen intertwine. This elegant bouquet is underpinned by a prominent, yet approachable, oud accord, warmed by amber and subtle spices. The dry down reveals a captivating depth with the faintest whisper of patchouli, creating a dark, intriguing aura.

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