Serge Lutens 2012 EDP

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Une Voix Noire

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Serge Lutens Une Voix Noire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Une Voix Noire opens with Strawberry and Rum, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Tuberose, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Amber, Honey, and Tobacco. Serge Lutens's Une Voix Noire carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A truly polarising floral that weaves together dark booziness, smoke, and a melancholic gardenia. This isn't a bright, happy flower; it's a dramatic, complex narrative for those who appreciate scent as an art form rather than a simple accessory. Discontinued, but fiercely desired by those who adore its tragic beauty.
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Une Voix Noire Eau de Parfum bottle

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its dark, boozy, and smoky character makes it unsuitable for professional settings. However, its complex and sensual nature, often described as 'tragic and beautiful', lends itself perfectly to intimate evening wear or formal events where it can be appreciated without overwhelming a casual environment.

About

Imagine a wilting white gardenia, its creamy, lactonic petals brushed with traces of cigarette smoke and dark rum. There's a subtle undertone of something green and earthy, preventing it from becoming overly sweet, and a touch of something animalic lending a carnal depth. It evokes a jazz club at closing time, sophisticated yet slightly seedy, with lingering traces of spilled drinks and smoky air.

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