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Cacharel · Sold as feminine
Noa
The quiet confidence of a woman in her own skin, surrounded by nature’s subtle greenery and blooming flowers.
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NoaMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Noa by Cacharel was launched in 1998 with a minimalist philosophy that resonated deeply, becoming one of the most reviewed fragrances in the catalog. Created by Olivier Cresp, Noa opens with a fresh burst of green notes and freesia, giving way to a heart of peony, lily-of-the-valley, and jasmine before settling into a warm, musky base with hints of vanilla and sandalwood. The distinctive spherical glass bottle, with a pearl suspended at its center, evokes the idea of an eternal life-circle concept, mirroring the fragrance's lasting appeal.
Noa blooms gradually on the skin, so allow it to develop fully after one or two sprays. The fresh top notes give way to a warm musk base that lingers into the evening. Best suited for daytime wear when you want a scent that feels both fresh and intimate.
Fig. 01 — Noa, Cacharel
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 17%.