The smell in short
The first thing you smell is cherry and almond. The heart brings smoke and rose. On the skin it settles into leather and patchouli. Overall it smells cherry and smoky.
- Came out
- 2023
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- fall
La Petite Robe Noire Absolue notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Absolue EDP in detail
La Petite Robe Noire Absolue EDP is made by Guerlain. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Day or night?
This is more of an evening scent: it shines at dinners, dates and nights out. Its smoky side feels cosy and rich after dark. For daytime, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Black Perfecto is a lighter match.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Guerlain L'Homme Ideal L'Intense.
Which weather suits La Petite Robe Noire Absolue
It is at its best in fall and winter. It is less suited to summer. From best to least suited, the seasons are fall, winter, spring and summer. Its warm smell feels best when the weather is cold.
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Price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €99, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Lorenzo Pazzaglia Cherry Ink unisex and Ren Lorenzo Pazzaglia Cherry Ink.
Is La Petite Robe Noire Absolue your kind of scent?
The strongest accord is cherry (100%), followed by smoky and sweet. You will probably like it if you enjoy cherry and smoky smells and notes like smoke and leather. Less obvious notes include bergamot, tea and tonka bean. Perfume fans rate it 4.10 out of 5.
More from this line
There are 2 other versions of this perfume, released in 2012.
La Petite Robe Noire Absolue dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Black Perfecto (5 shared notes), Guerlain L'Homme Ideal L'Intense (5 shared notes), Lorenzo Pazzaglia Cherry Ink unisex (5 shared notes) and Ren Lorenzo Pazzaglia Cherry Ink (5 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Black Perfecto starts from €74.
Perfume comparisons
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More questions
How long does La Petite Robe Noire Absolue last?
About 6 to 9 hours on skin.
Can men wear La Petite Robe Noire Absolue?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did it come out?
It came out in 2023.
What is the difference between La Petite Robe Noire Absolue EDP and La Petite Robe Noire?
The other one is the Eau de Toilette and lasts about 3 to 6 hours.