SABLE NOIR
Crafted for lovers of heavy gourmand spices, SABLE NOIR by Make Up Store serves as a potent cool-weather signature. The fragrance pairs biting anise and cardamom with an indulgent base of sweet honey and smoky tobacco, making it an excellent companion for freezing winter nights and late autumn outings. Wearers who enjoy unapologetic warmth will appreciate how the smooth leather and vanilla soften the initial culinary kick of cinnamon. Because of its dense sweetness and strong presence, this perfume suits dressed-up dinners, intimate dates, and quiet evening gatherings rather than crisp office settings. If you want a distinctive unisex scent that delivers pure spiced comfort without feeling generic, SABLE NOIR provides substantial character at an accessible price point.
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Performance Metrics
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Performance ratings show a solid wear profile split between moderate and long lasting longevity, delivering roughly five to nine hours on skin. Projection is evenly divided between moderate sillage and strong projection, projecting noticeably across an arm's length before settling into a closer sweet honey skin scent after three hours.
Notes Pyramid
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SABLE NOIR belongs to the oriental spicy family, led by fiery cinnamon, sharp anise, and resinous cardamom at the top. The heart balances aromatic rosemary, tart apple, and smooth leather, while the foundation rests on sweet honey, creamy vanilla, and earthy tobacco. Warm spicy, sweet honey, and tobacco accords define its comforting character.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe warm spicy accord dominates the initial opening alongside distinct anise and cinnamon notes. Over time, aromatic rosemary and leather give structure to the center before rich honey and sweet vanilla take over. In the final hours, the dry tobacco accord pairs with honey to create a cozy, long-lasting dry-down.
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It looks easiest to wear in winter and fall. The vote picture leans most toward night.
Pros & Cons
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Photorealistic sweet honey note in the dry-down.
Rich and comforting warm spice blend for winter wear.
Dependable longevity spanning five to nine hours.
Balanced unisex profile appreciated equally across genders.
Strong price to value ratio noted by community reviewers.
Complex evolution from sharp anise to smooth vanilla tobacco.
Cozy atmosphere ideal for cold evenings and holiday events.
Distinct character that stands out from typical sweet designer perfumes.
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Opening anise and cinnamon blast can feel sharp and polarising.
Far too dense and sweet for hot summer weather.
Unsuitable for conservative office environments due to heavy projection.
Limited versatility with heavily night-leaning community votes.
Leather and apple notes are subtle and easily overpowered by honey.
Can feel cloying if applied generously in confined spaces.
Hard to find in physical stores outside specialized retailers.
Requires patience for the spicy top notes to soften into the base.
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Make Up Store SABLE NOIR Editorial Review: Spiced Honey Warmth”
The first spray of SABLE NOIR by Make Up Store hits with an intense, pungent burst of spice. Cardamom and cinnamon lead the opening alongside a very sharp anise note. One reviewer compares this initial stage to the Scandinavian holiday tradition of pressing anise into citrus peel, and that culinary warmth comes through immediately. It is an aggressive, sharp greeting that does not attempt to be subtle or delicate.
As the initial bite calms down after twenty minutes, the composition softens into an aromatic heart. A distinct green touch of rosemary cuts through the sweetness, joined by a tart apple accord and a dark base of leather. Soon after, the scent transitions into its true form: a thick, golden honey note supported by rich vanilla and dry tobacco. One reviewer describes this dry-down honey as remarkably photorealistic, and it anchors the perfume with a deep, soothing warmth that lingers for hours.
Over a full day, the scent progression moves from dry, pungent warm spices to an opulent sweet balsamic dry-down. The early aromatic sharpness of anise and rosemary fades completely into the background, allowing the honey and tobacco accords to dominate the scent profile. The leather remains subtle, adding structure beneath the sweet vanilla rather than turning smoky or animalic. By late evening, what remains close to the skin is a soft, comforting trace of spiced honey.
In terms of performance, community voting reflects a dependable cool-weather performer. Longevity votes are split between moderate and long lasting, meaning most wearers experience between five and nine hours of presence. Sillage votes are divided equally between moderate and strong, indicating noticeable projection within an arm's length that can fill a close space when freshly applied. Given its density, community voters overwhelmingly favor winter and fall wear, logging six votes for night and only one for day. It feels built for freezing evenings, fireside drinks, and festive celebrations.
This fragrance fits perfume lovers who gravitate toward heavy, unapologetic gourmand spice profiles. With community gender appeal rated solidly unisex by six out of eight voters, anyone comfortable with bold sweetness and dry tobacco can easily wear it. However, those sensitive to strong licorice facets or heavy cinnamon should probably skip this one. Anyone seeking a clean office scent or an airy daytime freshie will find SABLE NOIR far too dense and intrusive.
SABLE NOIR delivers a comforting, old-school winter spice experience at a very accessible price point. While the opening anise is polarising and sharp, the photorealistic honey and dry tobacco dry-down make it an exceptional cold-weather treat. If you enjoy deep, sweet oriental fragrances, this hidden gem is well worth a sample.
FAQs
What does SABLE NOIR smell like?+
SABLE NOIR smells like a rich blend of warm culinary spices, sharp anise, and realistic sweet honey over tobacco. The scent opens with a pungent burst of cardamom and cinnamon before revealing hints of leather and apple. As it dries down, thick vanilla, pipe tobacco, and sweet honey take over, delivering a comforting holiday warmth.
Is SABLE NOIR long lasting?+
Yes, SABLE NOIR provides dependable longevity lasting between five and nine hours on skin. Voter ratings are split between moderate duration (three to six hours) and long lasting wear (seven to twelve hours). The dense base ingredients, particularly tobacco, vanilla, and honey, ensure the fragrance clings to the skin well into the evening.
How strong is the projection of SABLE NOIR?+
SABLE NOIR projects with moderate to strong intensity, easily creating an arm's length scent trail. Community feedback is evenly divided between moderate sillage and strong projection, with three votes in each camp. It pushes out noticeably during the first couple of hours before settling closer as the sweeter honey base takes command.
Is SABLE NOIR for men or women?+
SABLE NOIR is a completely unisex fragrance that suits anyone who loves sweet, spiced scents. Six out of eight community voters describe it as purely unisex, with only single votes leaning toward masculine or feminine. Its bold combination of leather, tobacco, sharp spices, and sweet honey balances traditional masculine and feminine elements effortlessly.
When is the best time to wear SABLE NOIR?+
The ideal time to wear SABLE NOIR is during chilly winter and autumn evenings. Community votes overwhelmingly back cold conditions, logging seven votes for winter, six for fall, and six for nighttime wear. Its heavy, spicy sweetness can easily become cloying in warm weather, making it strictly a cold-season staple.
What fragrance is SABLE NOIR similar to?+
Wearers often compare SABLE NOIR to Mugler Angel because of its dense, sweet, and spicy character. While it shares a similar heavy presence, SABLE NOIR avoids patchouli, relying instead on leather, tobacco, and realistic honey. It also shares family traits with other spiced tobacco classics like Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille.
What does the opening of SABLE NOIR smell like compared to the dry-down?+
The opening is sharply spicy and licorice-forward, while the dry-down is smooth, sweet, and honey-centric. Initially, cardamom, cinnamon, and biting anise dominate with culinary sharpness. Over time, that aggressive spice subsides, leaving a soft, photorealistic honey and vanilla tobacco trail that wears close to the skin.
Is SABLE NOIR suitable for the office or daily work?+
SABLE NOIR is generally too dense and potent for enclosed office environments. Its sharp anise opening and heavy sillage can easily overwhelm coworkers in close quarters. It is far better suited for evening dates, relaxed weekend outings, holiday gatherings, and open-air casual events during the colder months.
Should I blind buy SABLE NOIR or sample it first?+
You should sample SABLE NOIR first because its sharp anise top note can be divisive. While fans of gourmand honey and pipe tobacco will love the dry-down, the opening licorice-like spice is pungent and sharp. Trying a sample first ensures you enjoy the distinct Swedish holiday spice profile.
Is SABLE NOIR considered good value for money?+
Yes, community sentiment rates SABLE NOIR as a good to great value purchase. All voter feedback falls into the positive value brackets, evenly divided between good value and great value. Given its complex pyramid of leather, tobacco, and photorealistic honey, it delivers niche-like depth at a modest price.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREOne reviewer compares SABLE NOIR to Mugler Angel due to its heavy, sweet spicy projection, though it lacks the patchouli and chocolate punch of the classic. It also shares tonal similarities with Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille and Kilian Back to Black, trading medicinal dried fruits and powdery notes for a distinct anise sparkle and realistic honey.
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