Mod Noir
“Mod Noir by Marc Jacobs is a Floral fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a white floral, green composition with a citrus undertone. Voted best for spring wear, leaning feminine.
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Mod Noir by Marc Jacobs, launched in 2015 and crafted by Jean Claude Delville, is a floral fragrance that balances freshness with sensuality. The composition opens with green notes and citrusy yuzu and clementine, creating an immediate sense of brightness and vitality. At its heart, gardenia and tuberose blend seamlessly into the creamy nectarine and magnolia, adding depth and warmth. The base of musk and orange blossom brings a subtle animalic and lactonic character that lingers long after it's first applied.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Mod Noir sparingly at first; the citrus top notes are bright but fade within two hours. The floral heart and musky base keep it warm and alluring for most of the day, making it perfect for an evening out.
Jean-Claude Delville
Founding perfumer · 5 fragrances
Designer Marc Jacobs
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The story behind the bottle.
A city rooftop garden in the late afternoon, where sunlight filters through the leaves and a mix of greenery and blooming flowers creates an inviting atmosphere.
Fig. 01 — Mod Noir, Marc Jacobs
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