Matière Noire
“Matière Noire by Louis Vuitton is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women”
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Well loved by wearers — a floral, rose composition with a oud undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2016, Matière Noire by Louis Vuitton is an Oriental Woody fragrance crafted by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. The composition opens with a burst of blackcurrant syrup and watery notes, creating a fresh yet unexpected contrast to the rich rose at its core. As it develops, cyclamen and narcissus add soft floral nuances, while jasmine sambac introduces a touch of sweetness. At the heart of Matière Noire lies oud, which brings depth and warmth, anchored by benzoin, incense, and patchouli for an earthy finish.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Matière Noire sparingly — the blackcurrant syrup top note is vibrant but fleeting. The warm base notes emerge after an hour, so give it time to develop on your skin before layering.
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud was born January 24, 1962, in Grasse, France, into a family of perfumers spanning his father and grandfather. He began work at a perfume factory in Grasse straight out of high school, moving through Charabot, Quest International, and PFW before joining Firmenich in 1990, where he created fragrances for Christian Dior, Givenchy, Issey Miyake, and Lancôme. In 2012 he became master perfumer for Louis Vuitton, developing the house's first fragrance collection, and in 2018 opened Louis Vuitton's Les Fontaines Parfumées creative center in Grasse. He won the Prix François Coty in 2004.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of stepping into a chic boutique, surrounded by luxurious textures and the subtle glow of well-appointed interiors.
Fig. 01 — Matière Noire, Louis Vuitton
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