Poivre Noir
“Poivre Noir by Serge Lutens is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a fresh spicy, woody composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2022, Poivre Noir by Serge Lutens is a fragrance that balances the sharpness of fresh spices with the warmth and depth of woody accords. Created by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake, this composition opens with an invigorating blast of aromatic spiciness that gradually gives way to a powdery, woody base. The interplay between these elements creates a scent that feels both contemporary and lasting.
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Application Tips
Poivre Noir projects best with an initial strong spritz; its aromatic spiciness fades within two hours but leaves behind a warm, powdery trail. It pairs well with layers for those transitional days when the weather is unpredictable.
Christopher Sheldrake
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Christopher Sheldrake is a perfumer who has created perfumes for Chanel, Shiseido, Serge Lutens, Rochas, Avon and SpaceNK. Some of his most notable fragrances include Chanel's Coco Noir and Serge Lutens, Chergui.
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The story behind the bottle.
The sharp tang of freshly ground pepper in the kitchen, followed by the comforting embrace of a woody spice cabinet.
Fig. 01 — Poivre Noir, Serge Lutens
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