Angelique Noire by Guerlain
Brand: Guerlain
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A luminous, bittersweet blend of green angelica and juicy pear wrapped in creamy vanilla, soft florals, and elegant woods.
Is Angelique Noire worth it?
How it smells: Opens with angelica, pear and pink pepper, jasmine and caraway at the heart, then dries down to vanilla.
Scent Score: 83/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 82, versatility 93, layerability 72 and value 82, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Oriental · Oriental Floral
EDP · Introduced 2005 · Unisex
Key accords: Angelica, Pear, Pink Pepper, Jasmine, Caraway, Vanilla
Top Notes
- Angelica
- Pear
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Jasmine
- Caraway
Base Notes
- Angelica
- Vanilla
- Cedar
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Angelique Noire by Guerlain belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A luminous, bittersweet blend of green angelica and juicy pear wrapped in creamy vanilla, soft florals, and elegant woods. Angelique Noire opens with Angelica, Pear, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Jasmine and Caraway. It dries down to Angelica, Vanilla, and Cedar.
How to wear Angelique Noire
On skin, Angelique Noire by Guerlain has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Angelique Noire opens with Angelica, Pear, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Jasmine and Caraway.
It dries down to Angelica, Vanilla, and Cedar.
What to layer with Angelique Noire
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pear, jasmine, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Vie Est Belle on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays La Vie Est Belle
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pear, jasmine, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays J'adore
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Libre
Dirty Rice by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dirty Rice on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Dirty Rice
Pairings to approach with care
Bogoss Blue Temptation by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Bogoss Blue Temptation brings a fruity contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bogoss Blue Temptation on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Bogoss Blue Temptation
Bold Raspberry by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Bold Raspberry brings a fruity contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bold Raspberry on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Bold Raspberry
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar.
- La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme — Both include pear, jasmine, and vanilla.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include pear, jasmine, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Angelique Noire?
Angelique Noire opens with Angelica, Pear, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Jasmine and Caraway. It dries down to Angelica, Vanilla, and Cedar.
How long does Angelique Noire last, and how strong is it?
Angelique Noire by Guerlain has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Angelique Noire?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Angelique Noire?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar. Apply Angelique Noire first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Angelique Noire : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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