Parfumerie Particulière 2017 Extrait

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Pluie Noire

by Amélie Bourgeois , Anne-Sophie Behaghel

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Parfumerie Particulière Pluie Noire is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Amélie Bourgeois and Anne-Sophie Behaghel. Parfumerie Particulière's Pluie Noire carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Pluie Noire is a fascinatingly divisive scent. Some find this dark, aquatic iris to be a stroke of genius, while others are put off by its astringent, melancholic vibe. It's not a crowd-pleaser, but a real conversation starter.
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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

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature, Pluie Noire is versatile, but its unique and somewhat challenging character makes it less of a safe office choice. It truly shines in intimate settings or as a signature scent, as noted by reviewers who find it comforting and sexy.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opening with a bracing aquatic accord, Pluie Noire plunges you into a shadowy, rain-drenched landscape. Juniper and elemi introduce a cool, mineralic edge, hinting at wet earth and ancient stones. As it settles, a prominent, unsweetened iris emerges, dusted and almost grey, lending a sophisticated, slightly melancholic tone. Geranium and sage weave through, grounding the composition with their herbal, aromatic presence, creating a uniquely dark and fluid iris experience.

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