Coco Noir by Chanel
Brand: Chanel
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Bergamot over rose and geranium, drying down to tonka bean and patchouli. A dark, elegant amber floral.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2012 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Rose, Geranium, Tonka Bean, Patchouli
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Geranium
Base Notes
- Tonka Bean
- Patchouli
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Coco Noir by Chanel belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Bergamot over rose and geranium, drying down to tonka bean and patchouli. A dark, elegant amber floral. Coco Noir opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Rose and Geranium. It dries down to Tonka Bean and Patchouli.
How to wear Coco Noir
On skin, Coco Noir by Chanel has excellent longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Good Girl by Carolina Herrera. Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Good Girl and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Coco Noir opens with Bergamot.
The heart brings Rose and Geranium.
It dries down to Tonka Bean and Patchouli.
What to layer with Coco Noir
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Good Girl
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
Washington Square by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rose.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Washington Square
Madison Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Madison Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Madison Avenue
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 39/99
Coco Noir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent, and they share tonka bean and patchouli.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Coco Noir : 2 sprays Tea
Blackberry & Bay by Jo Malone London
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Blackberry & Bay brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Blackberry & Bay on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Coco Noir : 2 sprays Blackberry & Bay
Related fragrances and why
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
- Mon Guerlain by Guerlain — Both include bergamot, rose, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Coco Noir?
Coco Noir opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Rose and Geranium. It dries down to Tonka Bean and Patchouli.
How long does Coco Noir last, and how strong is it?
Coco Noir by Chanel has excellent longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Coco Noir?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Coco Noir?
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli. Apply Coco Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Coco Noir : 2 sprays Good Girl.
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