Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2009 EDP

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Lumière Noire

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Lumière Noire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Lumière Noire opens with Cumin, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Patchouli. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Lumière Noire carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A lost MFK masterpiece, and the ultimate 'man rose' for those who usually shy away from florals. This fragrance is so universally adored that people are literally begging for its return, making it perhaps the most missed discontinued scent in recent memory. If you can find it, buy it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Romantic
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Lumière Noire Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cumin100%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli100%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sophisticated rose and patchouli blend, often described as 'classy' and 'romantic', makes it ideal for dates and formal events. While many note its presence is discreet but long-lasting, it still feels a bit too elegant for casual wear, and definitely unsuitable 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

  • 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

Lumière Noire opens with a clean, almost soapy rose, brightened by herbal artemisia and a spark of fresh spice. As it evolves, a warm, slightly animalic cumin emerges, intertwining with a rich, earthy patchouli that grounds the elegant rose. The cinnamon adds a subtle creamy warmth, creating a refined yet sensual aroma that artfully balances light and dark elements, leaving a deeply satisfying and subtly powerful trail.

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