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Noir for Men
by Bath & Body Works
Bath & Body Works Noir for Men is a rich, slightly sweet, and masculine fragrance with a blend of fresh, woody, and ambery notes. It opens with crisp, aromatic top notes of bergamot, coriander, and rosemary, delivering a clean yet spicy freshness. As it develops, the fragrance deepens into a creamy, warm base of vanilla, amber, musk, and vetiver, creating a sensual, smoky, and slightly powdery character. The scent strikes a balance between night-time elegance and casual wearability, with moderate sillage and performance that lasts around 8 to 10 hours. It’s particularly well-suited for autumn and winter, especially in cool or indoor settings. Although some users note that it can be overly sweet if too many sprays are used, most appreciate the subtle sweetness that enhances the masculinity without veering into gourmand territory. The fragrance is widely regarded as a good value, consistently praised for feeling more premium and sophisticated than its price suggests, with comparisons drawn to Armani Code and Drakkar Noir due to its warm, aromatic depth, though it remains more restrained and accessible.
Pros
- +Offers a balanced, deep, and sensual character that feels more premium than its price tag suggests
- +Performs well for a low-cost fragrance with moderate to long longevity and noticeable projection during the first few hours
- +Has a versatile, wearable form that works for both casual and formal autumn/winter settings, including night-time or date occasions
Cons
- −Can become overly sweet and cloying if more than 2-3 sprays are applied, especially on sensitive skin or in warm weather
- −Lasts mostly as a skin scent after the initial 3 hours, with sillage diminishing quickly
- −Underwhelms those seeking a true dark, heavy, or bold woody scent, as it remains light and soft in contrast to deeper niche oud or fougère styles