Serge Lutens 2022 EDP

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Poivre Noir

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Serge Lutens Poivre Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Poivre Noir opens with Pepper, settles into a heart of Cedar, Nutmeg, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vetiver. Serge Lutens's Poivre Noir carries a Statement verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

A truly divisive fragrance. Some hail Poivre Noir as a distinctive, masculine triumph, while others dismiss it as a lazy, generic misstep. Expect a black pepper heavy scent that either hits your sweet spot or leaves you utterly underwhelmed.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
  • Modern
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Poivre Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fresh Spicy
100%
Woody
55%
Warm Spicy
50%
Aromatic
35%
Powdery
35%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dry pepper-and-cedar core reads best in cool weather, with autumn the strongest fit and a comfortable carry into spring and winter. The minimalist, airy spice keeps it wearable in milder warmth, so it never feels strictly cold-weather only.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Moderate sillage and a refined, understated character make it an easy casual and office companion as well as a quietly confident date pick. The peppery dryness is a touch too low-key for grand formal occasions and too dry for sport.

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About

Imagine the sharp, piquant bite of freshly ground black pepper, softened and deepened by the warm, aromatic embrace of nutmeg. This spicy core then settles into a sturdy base of clean cedarwood, creating an initially exhilarating, then comfortably woody aroma. Some detect a hint of something green or citrus at the start, adding a touch of ephemeral freshness.

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