GrapefruitOpens with
Damask RoseHeart
MossDries down to
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Byredo · Sold as unisex
Rose Noir
A dimly lit study where the scent of fresh roses blends with the earthy aroma of old books and leather-bound journals.
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Rose NoirLuxury · $250+
40%Similar accords, often for lessL Eau de Chloe · ChloéPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 19 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Rose Noir by Byredo, launched in 2008 and created by perfumer Jérôme Epinette, is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that encapsulates the essence of an enigmatic rose. The composition begins with fresh citrus notes like grapefruit and red berries, which contrast sharply against the earthy tones of moss and patchouli. As it develops, damask rose takes center stage, supported by floral heart notes such as freesia and jasmine, before settling into a musky base that lends an air of mystery.
Apply a light spritz — Rose Noir's moderate sillage means it reads best close to skin rather than filling a room. It develops fully over an hour, so give it time before layering or adding more.
Fig. 01 — Rose Noir, Byredo
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
Designer Byredo
More from the house · founded 2006 · Sweden
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Ajmal · 2022DawnShares Jasmine, Moss and Muskunder $40★ 4.11 (19)
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 18%.