La Colle Noire by Dior
Brand: Dior
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
The rose of Christian Dior's Provence garden, twined with spice and woods over patchouli.
Is La Colle Noire worth it?
How it smells: Opens with spicy notes, rose at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and woody notes.
Scent Score: 70/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 80, versatility 67, layerability 48 and value 80, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for dates and evenings. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Spicy Notes, Rose, Patchouli, Woody Notes
Top Notes
- Spicy Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Patchouli
- Woody Notes
Occasions: Date Night, Evening
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
La Colle Noire by Dior belongs to the floral fragrance family. The rose of Christian Dior's Provence garden, twined with spice and woods over patchouli. La Colle Noire opens with Spicy Notes. The heart brings Rose. It dries down to Patchouli and Woody Notes.
How to wear La Colle Noire
On skin, La Colle Noire by Dior has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for date night and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Nomade by Chloé. Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Nomade and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
La Colle Noire opens with Spicy Notes.
The heart brings Rose.
It dries down to Patchouli and Woody Notes.
What to layer with La Colle Noire
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Nomade
Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Datchaï on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Bois Datchaï
Amber Oud Black Edition by Al Haramain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Black Edition on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Amber Oud Black Edition
Burlington 1819 by Roja Parfums
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Burlington 1819 on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Burlington 1819
Hawas Black by Rasasi
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and woody notes.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hawas Black on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Hawas Black
Pairings to approach with care
A*Men Eau de Toilette by Mugler
Not Recommended · 33/99
A*Men Eau de Toilette has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. A*Men Eau de Toilette brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent, and they share patchouli.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer A*Men Eau de Toilette on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 1 spray A*Men Eau de Toilette
Guidance 46 by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 34/99
Guidance 46 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Guidance 46 brings an amber contrast to this floral scent, and they share rose.
Order: Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guidance 46 on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 1 spray Guidance 46
Related fragrances and why
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include rose and patchouli.
- Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli — Both include rose and patchouli.
- Amber Oud Black Edition by Al Haramain — Both include rose and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for La Colle Noire?
La Colle Noire opens with Spicy Notes. The heart brings Rose. It dries down to Patchouli and Woody Notes.
How long does La Colle Noire last, and how strong is it?
La Colle Noire by Dior has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear La Colle Noire?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits date night and evening.
What layers well with La Colle Noire?
Nomade by Chloé is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli. Apply La Colle Noire first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays La Colle Noire : 2 sprays Nomade.
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