Versace 2024 Parfum

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Crystal Noir

by Antoine Lie

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Versace Crystal Noir is a Parfum launched in 2024, created by Antoine Lie. Crystal Noir opens with Spicy Notes, Pink Pepper, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood, Amber, Sandalwood, and Orchid. Versace's Crystal Noir carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This isn't your mum's Crystal Noir; it's a divisive reinterpretation. If you're looking for a bold, modern take on spicy sweetness, you'll love it. If you're after the original's ethereal charm, prepare for disappointment - or a totally new experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Modern
  • Warm
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Crystal Noir 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
Long (6-10h)
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:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its nuclear longevity and strong sillage, often described as a 'beast,' make it too imposing for office wear. The dark, sensual character and perceived 'boozy' sweetness lean heavily into evening occasions like dates and formal events, though its warmth could suit casual cooler weather.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Crystal Noir Parfum opens with a vibrant, peppery kick of blackcurrant and pink pepper, quickly giving way to a rich, warm heart. Here, creamy tuberose and lily of the valley are deepened by a luscious caramel. The base settles into a dark, sensual blend of sandalwood, amber, and vanilla, underpinned by the distinct woody earthiness of Akigalawood. It's a journey from bright spice to a profoundly warm and sweet oriental embrace.

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