Noir de Noir by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Dark rose with saffron and earthy black truffle over vanilla, patchouli and oud wood.
Is Noir de Noir worth it?
How it smells: Opens with saffron, rose and truffle at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and patchouli.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 74, versatility 67, layerability 74 and value 59, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2007 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Rose, Truffle, Vanilla, Patchouli, Oud
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Truffle
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Noir de Noir by Tom Ford belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Dark rose with saffron and earthy black truffle over vanilla, patchouli and oud wood. Noir de Noir opens with Saffron. The heart brings Rose and Truffle. It dries down to Vanilla, Patchouli, and Oud.
How to wear Noir de Noir
On skin, Noir de Noir by Tom Ford has longevity of 8-10 hours, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Mon Guerlain by Guerlain. Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Noir de Noir opens with Saffron.
The heart brings Rose and Truffle.
It dries down to Vanilla, Patchouli, and Oud.
What to layer with Noir de Noir
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply Noir de 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: 1 spray Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
West Side by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and vanilla.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer West Side on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Noir de Noir : 2 sprays West Side
Patchouli Magnetik by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, vanilla, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Patchouli Magnetik on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Patchouli Magnetik
Whiskey by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron, vanilla, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Whiskey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Whiskey
Carlisle by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron, rose, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carlisle on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Carlisle
Pairings to approach with care
I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga
Not Recommended · 30/99
Noir de Noir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. I Don't Know What brings a musky contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer I Don't Know What on top for musky lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Noir de Noir : 2 sprays I Don't Know What
Waterlily Tea Dress by Zara
Not Recommended · 31/99
Noir de Noir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Waterlily Tea Dress brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Waterlily Tea Dress on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Waterlily Tea Dress
Related fragrances and why
- Mon Guerlain by Guerlain — Both include rose and patchouli.
- West Side by Bond No. 9 — Both include rose and vanilla.
- Patchouli Magnetik by Maison Crivelli — Both include rose, vanilla, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Noir de Noir?
Noir de Noir opens with Saffron. The heart brings Rose and Truffle. It dries down to Vanilla, Patchouli, and Oud.
How long does Noir de Noir last, and how strong is it?
Noir de Noir by Tom Ford has longevity of 8-10 hours, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Noir de Noir?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date night.
What layers well with Noir de Noir?
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli. Apply Noir de Noir first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray Noir de Noir : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain.
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