Chypre 1942
“Chypre 1942 by Nobile 1942 is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a white floral, amber composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Chypre 1942 by Nobile 1942 is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Chypre 1942 was launched in 2011. The nose behind this fragrance is Marie Duchêne. Top notes are African Orange Flower, Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Jasmine, Styrax, Tuberose and Rose; base notes are Tonka Bean, Amber, Patchouli, Sandalwood and Vanille. Chypre perfume is dedicated to the Italian actress Anna Magnani (1908-1973), the intelligent woman of strong character, pride and unconventional beauty. Her lioness attitude and her scent mixed with cigarette smoke left a deep impact on those around her. Chypre opens with notes of bergamot, mandarin and orange blossom, leading to the passionate heart of tuberose, jasmine, damask rose and benzoin. The base is composed of patchouli, vanilla, amber, tonka bean and Mysore sandalwood. The perfume is available as fragranzia supreme in bottles of 75 ml.
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A Signature Fragrance
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean, derived from the seeds of the Dipteryx odorata tree found in South America, brings an essence of vanilla with hints of almond and caramel. Its aroma is both warm and comforting, reminiscent of rich desserts yet grounded by a subtle earthiness that lends depth to any perfume.
Amber
Amber is an olfactory illusion, conjured from labdanum, benzoin, vanilla, and other resins to evoke the sun-soaked warmth of the Mediterranean coast. Its scent is both earthy and sweet, with a powdery undertone that mimics the richness of ancient incense.
Patchouli
Patchouli emanates from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a bush native to Southeast Asia. Its scent is deeply woody with hints of musty earth, warm spices, and a subtle sweetness that can be both comforting and complex. This versatile note has been a staple in perfumery for decades, often used to evoke feelings of nostalgia and grounding.
Marie Duchêne
Founding perfumer · 1 fragrances · b. 1973 · French
Marie Duchêne knew from childhood that she wanted to be a perfumer. Born in 1973 and raised in the Reims region of France, she studied chemistry before entering ISIPCA in Versailles in 1994, then apprenticed with perfume houses in Grasse. In 2002 she founded her own fragrance creation company, MD Fragrances, and today she also serves as a Senior Perfumer at Givaudan, working with brands including Molinard, Nobile 1942, Le Galion, and Maison Tahité.
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