Shiseido 1982 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Nombre Noir

by Serge Lutens , Jean-Yves Leroy

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Shiseido Nombre Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1982, created by Serge Lutens and Jean-Yves Leroy. Nombre Noir opens with Bergamot, Rosewood, Coriander, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Shiseido's Nombre Noir carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A legendary, near-mythical rose chypre that's as much about its dramatic backstory as its scent. Expect a complex, dark floral with a serious, almost gothic edge that still manages to feel modern.
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Nombre Noir 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:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and complex, rich profile make it too much for casual wear or the office, but perfect for dates and formal events where its depth can be appreciated. The community often notes its evening suitability.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Nombre Noir opens with a sharp, aldehydic burst, quickly joined by green coriander and the subtle woodiness of rosewood. The heart unfurls into a rich, multifaceted rose, deepened by iris and jasmine, with hints of fruity osmanthus and spicy carnation. The base settles into a dark, resinous blend of amber, sandalwood, and musk, sweetened by honey and tonka bean, leaving a sophisticated, slightly powdery trail.

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