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Noir Substance

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Perfume Parlour Noir Substance is an Eau de Parfum. Noir Substance opens with Fruity Notes, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Myrrh. Perfume Parlour's Noir Substance carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Aromatics in Black - a floral fragrance led by Fruits, with woody depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Noir Substance Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Aromatics in Black by Clinique
45%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes100%
Heartas listed
Osmanthus54%
Jasmine46%
Baseas listed
Myrrh53%
Vetiver47%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its floral, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

About

Noir Substance is Perfume Parlour's budget take on Aromatics in Black. It opens with Fruits, leads into a heart of Osmanthus, Jasmine, and dries down to Myrhh, Vetiver. The overall character is floral with woody and fresh facets. As a dupe it stays closer to the skin with softer projection and shorter wear than the original, but keeps the signature accord recognisable - an easy everyday way to enjoy the style.

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