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Score
84/100

Le Labo

Thé Noir 29 EDP

2015

Steeping black tea in a cedar-paneled room — focused, quiet, impeccably considered.

Thé Noir 29
woody
fresh spicy
aromatic

The take

What works

  • Fig-cedar-tobacco accord is effortlessly sophisticated
  • Three-season wearability for an unusual composition — skip in summer
  • Excellent office and casual versatility

Trade-offs

  • Fig note reads green and strange on some skin
  • Understated projection limits impact

Notes

Top

FigFigBay LeafBay LeafBergamotBergamot

Mid

CedarCedarVetiverVetiverMuskMusk

Base

TobaccoTobaccoHayHay

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring69%
Summer35%
Fall100%
Winter77%
Day75%
Night76%

Occasions

OfficeCasual

Gender

Unisex
$200–$350Fair value
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Thé Noir 29 last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 82/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Thé Noir 29?

Best in fall, works day or night. Suited to office, casual.

Is Thé Noir 29 worth it?

At $200–$350, yes for this tier. Fig-cedar-tobacco accord is effortlessly sophisticated. Three-season wearability for an unusual composition — skip in summer.

Details

Perfumer
Daphné Bugey