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Home Fragrances Parfums Grès Paris Lumiere Lumiere Noire
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Parfums Grès Paris Lumiere Noire

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Parfums Grès Paris launched Lumiere Noire in 2013 — and it was a brilliant move. A feminine fragrance rooted in the chypre and floral families. The fragrance was crafted by perfumer Philippe Romano. Part of the Lumiere collection, available as eau de parfum.

The sillage is moderate — present, but never overpowering. It's quite fleeting: longevity is very low, so feel free to reapply generously. Country of origin — France. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Girls and women
Very low fragrance longevity

The fragrance has very low longevity and lasts only about 1 hour on the skin, leaving only a light, barely perceptible trail

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Sillage
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Lumiere Noire evolves as a living composition, where notes flow smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Parfums Grès Paris is recognizable in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum sets the right density and pace of development.

From the group perspective the structure relies on Citrus, Wood, Floral and Ambery. The framework further includes Musk and Whiteflower. From a family perspective the fragrance belongs to Chypre and Floral.

In the top tier you detect radiant lemon-bergamot opening note: Bergamot.

In the middle phase you sense Patchouli and Rose carrying a velvety sandalwood direction.

The olfactory framework is shaped by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Musc and Wood with each one in a clear role. Additional accords such as Amber enrich the profile without taking over. The profile is feminine, which clarifies the composition character. In wear duration Very low points to a sustained drydown presence.

Overall Lumiere Noire reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best judged through real development.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Parfums Grès Paris
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country France
Website http://www.parfumsgres.com
Year of production 2013
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Lalique Group SA

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
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Note photo Patchouli
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Note photo Rose
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Note photo Ambergris
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Top notes

Bergamot

Heart notes

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Base notes

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Families

Family Chypre Chypre
Family Floral Floral

Fragrance characteristics

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Persistence
Extremely low (up to 1 hour)
1
Sillage
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The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
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