Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette 100ml Spray

Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir Eau de Toilette is a 100ml aromatic-fougère fragrance for men — one of the most iconic and recognisable masculine signatures of the 1980s. Aromatic herbs and bright citrus give way to a smoky, leather-tinged dry-down, making it a true classic of modern men's perfumery.

About Drakkar Noir

Guy Laroche is the long-established Parisian fashion house, and Drakkar Noir, launched in 1982, is one of the defining fragrances of late-20th-century perfumery. Composed by master perfumer Pierre Wargnye, it helped redefine the masculine fougère genre — pairing classical aromatic structure with deeper, leather-driven warmth in a sleek, all-black flacon. More than four decades later, it remains a beloved staple in male fragrance wardrobes.

Fragrance notes

• Top: rosemary, artemisia, lavender, basil, lemon verbena, bergamot, lemon
• Heart: coriander, carnation, cinnamon, juniper, jasmine
• Base: leather, sandalwood, fir, amber, patchouli, oakmoss, vetiver, cedar

How it wears

The fragrance opens crisp and aromatic — bright lemon, bergamot and lemon verbena lift a generous bouquet of rosemary, lavender, artemisia and basil for an immediately polished masculine impression. The heart turns spicier and slightly floral, with coriander, carnation and cinnamon adding depth and a touch of warmth. As it dries down, the signature Drakkar Noir base emerges: smooth leather, fir and oakmoss layered with sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver and cedar for a smoky, slightly resinous trail that lingers strongly on skin and clothing.

Who it's for

Drakkar Noir is for men who love classical aromatic-fougère perfumery — wearers who appreciate the polished, slightly nostalgic character of 1980s men's signatures, fans of leather-and-oakmoss dry-downs, and those building a confident evening or special-occasion bottle. It is also a popular gift across generations, with strong recognition among long-time fragrance fans.

How and when to wear it

This is a true day-to-evening fragrance and is at its most flattering through autumn and winter, when the leather-and-oakmoss base really comes through on warm skin. Spray two to three times onto the chest, neck and inside the wrists. Drakkar Noir pairs particularly well with smart tailoring, dark suits and the more dressed-up end of the wardrobe.

Specifications

• Brand: Guy Laroche
• Fragrance: Drakkar Noir
• Concentration: Eau de Toilette
• Format: 100ml spray
• Year launched: 1982
• Perfumer: Pierre Wargnye
• Family: aromatic, fougère, leather
• Gender: men