Just a quick write-up today. I haven’t had much to say about the (still rather new) Louis Vuitton collection of fragrances. I’ve tried a few at my local Louis Vuitton boutique when I’ve had the time. Nothing was catching my attention or working with my skin chemistry, until this one!
Matière Noire is a fruity/rose/patchouli. I wasn’t overly interested in this one until I realized there’s another note worth paying attention to here: incense. I first catch a sniff of it in the opening, which comes across as a slightly smoked blackberry jam. It’s a weird and interesting sensation. The incense then appears again, weaving its way through the floral heart notes, and making way for a slightly smokey oud and patchouli base.
Incense usually comes across as very subtle and quiet on my skin, so I don’t often think of it as a major player for me. It’s nicely noticeable here, but it always stays in balance with the rest of the composition. It makes for a clever addition to this fragrance and adds some real interest.
My only complaint is that I wish we could have a leather note here in the base as well. It would work so well with the incense. I’ll just have to try layering this one with a leather-centric fragrance!
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I received a sample of Matière Noire in person from the SAs at my local Louis Vuitton boutique. The photo above is taken by me.
Love incense and the notes on this one sound interesting….will have to give it a sniff if I stumble upon it!
It’s definitely an interesting combination of notes! One of the more creative compositions in the LV line, I think.
I went into the LV boutique to try these perfumes once. I tried to get a couple of samples. Instead I was given sprayed paper squares in envelopes. Well, I think it’s just not meant to be 🙂
Oh dear 😦 The LV boutique is across from our store in the mall and I often make samples for their SAs when they stop in on their breaks. I’m guessing that’s why they were nice enough to return the favor! (Also, I’m coveting a small leather accessories bag and I’m sure they’re hoping I’ll eventually give in and buy it.)
Just popping in to say Happy Spring! I miss seeing your posts 😦
Happy Spring! I’m just dealing with some real life stuff. Hopefully I’ll be back to blogging soon!