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Eau de parfum
Le Ré Noir #445 NCE-LED
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Le Ré Noir #445 NCE-LED — the character and concept of the fragrance
Le Ré Noir #445 NCE-LED is a unisex Eau de Parfum released in 2023.
This release was created for those who appreciate expressive compositions with a cool, fresh and slightly unconventional character, rather than wanting to blend into familiar sweetness or obvious floral notes.
The fragrance belongs to the Le Ré Noir brand, a Russian perfume house founded in 2016.
The brand is known for its distinctive take on niche perfumery and its desire to create compositions with an individual mood, which is why #445 NCE-LED comes across as distinctive, conceptual and instantly recognizable.
The fragrance pyramid and development
The fragrance pyramid features aldehydes, ginger, lemon, ozone and vetiver.
This combination already suggests a dynamic opening: a citrus spark of lemon meets a cool ozonic accord, while aldehydic nuances add a sense of cleanliness, airiness and luminous texture.
As it develops, the fragrance retains its fresh rhythm but becomes spicier and more focused thanks to ginger.
In the dry-down, vetiver lends the composition a dry, woody depth without weighing it down, leaving behind a neat, modern impression.
Olfactive profile and mood
The main accents of #445 NCE-LED are lemon and ginger, supported by ozone, aldehydes and vetiver.
As a result, the fragrance combines citrus freshness, spicy energy, mineral coolness and a woody touch.
Its mood is that of clean air after rain, cool light and confident composure without excessive ostentation.
The composition belongs to the citrus, spicy and woody fragrance families.
This profile is especially well suited to fans of fresh fragrances with character: #445 NCE-LED does not come across as a flat aquatic cologne, yet it never turns into a dense woody perfume.
Who Le Ré Noir #445 NCE-LED is for
This is a unisex fragrance that can sound equally natural on a woman or a man.
It is a convenient choice for everyday activities, the office, walks and city outings when you want to add freshness and individuality to your look.
In warm weather, its citrus-ozonic character unfolds especially naturally, while in cooler conditions ginger and vetiver make the composition more expressive.
The fragrance has noticeable sillage: it can linger in the wearer's personal space and gently signal their presence.
At the same time, it is best to adjust the dosage gradually — one to two sprays on the skin and two to three on clothing are enough.
On fabric, the scent usually lasts longer, so this application method is suitable for those who want to enhance its longevity and extend the fresh vetiver trail.
The perfumer and the fragrance's place in the brand's line
The composition was created by Valery Sokolov.
His work with the contrast between cool, sparkling and dry accords makes the fragrance focused and multifaceted: freshness here is inseparable from character, while spiciness does not overwhelm its airiness.
This balance is precisely what allows #445 NCE-LED to reflect Le Ré Noir's pursuit of expressive niche perfumery.
What to compare it with and who should try it
If you enjoy fresh citrus compositions with a spicy nuance and noticeable sillage, Le Ré Noir #445 NCE-LED is worth adding to your list to discover.
As one point of comparison, you might consider Roland V.
Conspirator, but #445 NCE-LED stands out with its own ozonic-aldehydic coolness and a more pronounced connection between lemon, ginger and vetiver.
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