Ormonde Jayne 2006 Edp

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Orris Noir

by Geza Schoen

Ormonde Jayne Orris Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Geza Schoen. Orris Noir opens with Artemisia, Coriander, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Iris, Bay Leaf, Jasmine, and Pimiento, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, Cedar, and Incense. Ormonde Jayne's Orris Noir carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Don't let the 'Noir' in the name fool you, this isn't a dark scent. Whilst some find it a unique spicy-woody experience, a notable segment of the community can't even stomach it. Try before you buy.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Clean
  • Classic
Orris Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 14%
Fruity 3%
Green 17%
Sweet 7%
Warm 31%
Woody 16%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
98%
Warm Spicy
87%
Fresh Spicy
85%
Soft Spicy
78%

Notes

Top Notes

Pink Pepper 33% Coriander 29% Artemisia 20% Bergamot 18%

Heart Notes

Bay Leaf 31% Pimiento 27% Iris 25% Jasmine 17%

Base Notes

Guaiac Wood 24% Myrrh 21% Cedar 21% Incense 19% Patchouli 16%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

With moderate longevity and sillage, it's versatile enough for an office setting if applied lightly, but truly shines for dates or formal events where its unique spicy-woody character can be appreciated without being overwhelming. The warm, spicy accords do not suit sport.

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About

Orris Noir opens with a burst of fiery pink pepper and tangy bergamot, underscored by the green herbal punch of artemisia and coriander. The heart introduces a cool, rooty iris, softened by delicate jasmine and a piquant bay leaf note. It settles into a warm, dry base of guaiac wood and cedar, with mystical whispers of incense and myrrh, creating a complex, aromatic journey.

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