Rose Noir by Byredo

Brand: Byredo

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Cardamom, freesia, grapefruit and red berries open onto Damask rose, jasmine, lily of the valley and raspberry over moss, musks, patchouli and cistus labdanum.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2008 · Unisex

Key accords: Cardamom, Freesia, Grapefruit, Red Berries, Damask Rose, Jasmine

Top Notes

  • Cardamom
  • Freesia
  • Grapefruit
  • Red Berries

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Moss
  • Musk
  • Patchouli
  • Labdanum

Occasions: Evening, Date, Office

Seasons: Fall, Spring

Fragrance overview

Rose Noir by Byredo belongs to the floral fragrance family. Cardamom, freesia, grapefruit and red berries open onto Damask rose, jasmine, lily of the valley and raspberry over moss, musks, patchouli and cistus labdanum. Rose Noir opens with Cardamom, Freesia, Grapefruit, and Red Berries. The heart brings Damask Rose, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Raspberry. It dries down to Moss, Musk, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

How to wear Rose Noir

On skin, Rose Noir by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Rose Noir opens with Cardamom, Freesia, Grapefruit, and Red Berries.

The heart brings Damask Rose, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Raspberry.

It dries down to Moss, Musk, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

What to layer with Rose Noir

  • Calvin Klein CK One bottle

    CK One by Calvin Klein

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, freesia, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays CK One

  • Dior Fahrenheit bottle

    Fahrenheit by Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays Fahrenheit

  • Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace bottle

    The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, lily of the valley, and musk.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Scent of Peace on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays The Scent of Peace

  • Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street bottle

    Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays Bleecker Street

  • Maison Crivelli Absinthe Boréale bottle

    Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Absinthe Boréale on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays Absinthe Boréale

Pairings to approach with care

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum bottle

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

    Not Recommended · 33/99

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum

  • Orto Parisi Megamare bottle

    Megamare by Orto Parisi

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    Not Recommended · 38/99

    Megamare has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Megamare brings an aquatic contrast to this floral scent, and they share musk.

    Order: Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Megamare on top for aquatic lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Rose Noir : 1 spray Megamare

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Rose Noir?

Rose Noir opens with Cardamom, Freesia, Grapefruit, and Red Berries. The heart brings Damask Rose, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Raspberry. It dries down to Moss, Musk, Patchouli, and Labdanum.

How long does Rose Noir last, and how strong is it?

Rose Noir by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Rose Noir?

It's best in fall and spring. It suits evening, date, and office.

What layers well with Rose Noir?

CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, freesia, and jasmine. Apply Rose Noir first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Rose Noir : 2 sprays CK One.

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