MacaronsOpens with
HoneyHeart
Tonka BeanDries down to
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La Petite Robe Noire Nectar
The sensation of unwrapping a delicate gift, where layers of sweet and floral notes unfold with each moment.
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La Petite Robe Noire NectarPremium · $100–250
41%Similar accords, often for lessLa Tentation de Nina · Nina RicciMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021, La Petite Robe Noire Nectar by Guerlain is an Oriental Floral fragrance crafted by perfumer Thierry Wasser. It opens with a sweet and nutty blend of macarons and almond, balanced by the freshness of bergamot. The heart notes feature Bulgarian and Turkish roses, creating a floral bouquet that transitions seamlessly into a rich base of honey, tonka bean, and patchouli. This composition is as comforting as it is elegant, capturing the essence of Guerlain's tradition of using luxurious materials.
Apply this fragrance in light sprays to the pulse points. The macaron and almond top notes are bright but fleeting, so let it settle for about five minutes before heading out. It pairs well with warmer weather, as the honey and patchouli base notes provide a comforting warmth.
Fig. 01 — La Petite Robe Noire Nectar, Guerlain
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Thierry Wasser
The guardian of GuerlainThierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.
“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”
Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
The La Petite Robe Noire line
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Designer Guerlain
More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 10%.