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Narciso Rodriguez for Him Bleu Noir
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Narciso Rodriguez for Him Bleu Noir by Narciso Rodriguez is a woody-spicy fragrance for men. Launched in 2015, the nose behind this creation is Sonia Constant. The top notes are cardamom and nutmeg; the heart note is musk; the base notes are vetiver, cedar, ebony wood, and amber.
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Narciso Rodriguez fragrances have really surprised me; this one in particular has captivated me. It’s truly exquisite. I fully recommend it!
To me, it’s a mysterious fragrance with a lot of depth. It combines cardamom with woody notes and a dose of musk. It’s a woody and spicy perfume that plays with the blue in the name. Although the name could also come from blue cedar and ebony black.
I’ve read the reviews and noticed most declare it a clone of Declaration by Hermès. If that’s the case, it must be. What I do know is that I bought it blindly for my husband, and OH!! what a wonder. Of all the NR For Him scents, this is the one I like the most. Its longevity is excellent, and so is its sillage, with the NR seal, the musk that at times makes it skin-like and at others expands it to say ‘I’m here’. Pristine, clean, deep, and serene. The truth is, I’d even wear it myself, I think for a dressed-up evening to kill, like in the movie. If I decide to, I’ll let you know.
I have the same opinion; it’s a clone of Cartier, but softer. It’s a soft fragrance with a lot of punch in the cardamomo, very spicy. To me, it smells like soft incense. Very long-lasting.
The opening is similar to Terre d’Hermès and also to Declaration by Cartier. I think I can detect ebony in the mid-phase, which sets itself apart a bit from the earlier notes. It’s not heavy; it stays very subtle and isn’t as ‘tangible’ throughout its short duration, which means that if not for that, I’d rate it higher, as it’s a very refined aroma.
I just registered after years of reading here to buy perfumes. As for this fragrance… it’s my right eye for the nights, a sweet acid that doesn’t project much but is a fierce beast up close that everyone loves. I adore this scent, even though it’s nocturnal; I sometimes wear it during the day because I like it. If it lasted longer and projected a bit more, it would be a 10/10, but for that reason, I give it an 8.5/10 as a nighttime fragrance. In summary, it’s for dates and intimate occasions, since it shines best up close. Scent: 10/10, Projection: 4/10, Longevity: 6/10 (about 5-6 hours on skin, though it can last 20 hours on clothes). Trail: 4/10.
As if Cartier and Terre d’Hermès had a baby, here we have the result: For Him Bleu Noir by Narciso Rodriguez… Fresh, spicy, and elegant. This perfume screams ELEGANCE.
This perfume disappointed me, but not because of its quality, but because of me. It’s very similar to Terre d’Hermès, and in my case, that scent overwhelms me easily. I already sold my Terre because I couldn’t handle it, even though others love it. When I tried For Him Bleu Noir, I initially sensed an incredibly fresh herbal aroma, with cardamom and musk toning down the nutmeg, which I barely noticed. Everything was perfect, but after 10 or 15 minutes, I caught the resemblance to Terre, and that ended my relationship with this Narciso Rodriguez Bleu Noir. If you like Terre, it’s a good option, though if you want both, it’s redundant. If I had to choose, I’d lean toward Narciso for its opening and evolution, which I prefer over Hermès. Maybe I’m talking nonsense, but that’s my perception. Verdict: Good perfume, fresh, herbal, and earthy. Excellent trail and longevity, but for me, surpassed by my beloved and moody For Him EDT.
Bleu Noir wasn’t made to please everyone, but for those seeking elegance. It’s not very versatile, but it has a sophisticated aroma and its own DNA. It lasts between 5 and 6 hours projecting to a meter, then clings to the skin for a long time and on clothes for several days. Overall, it’s an 8/10.
It starts with a cardamom bomb that grabs you instantly, followed by a vetiver reminiscent of Terre d’Hermès. Nutmeg adds a perfect kick right behind the nose, leading into a musk heart with a dark blueish tint. The vetiver turns smoky and spicy, softened by amber and enriched with ebony wood in the base. It’s sensual, though it later becomes somewhat aquatic and marine. I wish its longevity were better for such a rich scent; with more projection, it would be a 10, but as it is, those woody notes make it still a gem.
I tested it this morning, and its opening is weird!! I need to give it time and will write another review!!
I used Terre d’Hermès for 10 years, and although it’s not the copy as some say, it’s in the same line. I like it a lot; the scent is exquisite, with cardamomo very prevalent, but like the Terre, I feel a good presence of Vetiver. I haven’t used it yet; I only have what I tested in the perfumerie on, but it seems like a great perfume.
Another blind buy due to store closures, another that turns out badly…. It’s not a bad perfume, but obviously Narciso Rodríguez makes better women’s fragrances than men’s. I think it’s that the musk, characteristic of the house, combines better with flowers (rose, peonies, whites) than with spices or woods, and the result is superior. And in this case, it’s not my skin; on other people, it’s the same. It has a strong opening, spicy and musky, somewhat annoying to me. When dry, it improves; it has air of Terre d’Hermès but softer; the Terre is better for me, but it doesn’t dazzle me either. It’s a longevity bomb, greater than this Bleu Noir EDT, although this one is decent. The musk is present almost throughout the evolution, only blurring at the end, and the cardamomo isn’t of such good quality as in some of the YSL line. Neither is the vetiver that appears after half an hour to persist for hours (close to the skin) fully convincing me, and it covers other notes like nutmeg and even the amber; the sweetness is barely perceptible. That doesn’t take away that it’s elegant; it doesn’t go with my taste, it’s not for me, perhaps for those who enjoy traditional perfumery. Conclusion: it’s not linear, nor for blind buying; it’s for trying on skin and waiting for the evolution. It’s not very versatile; I see it for autumn and winter; I used it between 12 and 25 degrees, and where it smells best is with cold. Anyone who wants a full bottle at 98% capacity at half price in Buenos Aires just needs to send me a private message. Respectful greetings, as always.
It’s an excellent fragrance, but… very inspired by Cartier Declaration Essence (2001). If given a choice, without a doubt, I’d stick with Declaration Essence.
My favorite for rainy days and twilight worlds. A delightful opening, with nutmeg and one of the most attractive cardamomos I’ve tried, which combines perfectly with the musk, the queen note that occupies the heart solo. It smells intimate and sweet; when dry, it becomes very woody, with vetiver and a strange ebony note. I love the treatment of the musk: it’s not buried, clean, or animalic, but the protagonist. The cardamomo is curious; used in other fragrances to recreate body odor, here, fused with the musk, it enhances that sensation. Many people won’t think you’re wearing perfume; they’ll think you just smell like that. More than compliments, people react to you, approaching unconsciously because they don’t understand how someone can have such an attractive body odor. They intuit the trap, which is delicious. Regarding performance: it’s not a beast, but neither is it a placebo or a perfumed water like many ultra-reformulated ones that were myths. It lasts 6 or 7 hours, projecting for the first 3 and then close to the skin. Considering that others last half an hour, we can still be grateful. It has two flankers: the Eau de Parfum, too woody for me and lacking the charm of the cardamomo, and the Eau Extreme, which swaps this delicious opening for citrus. I love citrus, but I don’t like how they combine with this musk; they ruin it. Therefore, I recommend this one, the original. And with all due respect.
Very pleasant; it’s NR’s Terre d’Hermès but a bit more powdery when dry. Elegant, sophisticated, mature, ideal for 30+ for the office or semi-formal outings. Extremely versatile. Excellent for any occasion, generating a very pleasant sensation, endowed with formality, something sober and secure. If you like this type of aroma or want an alternative to TH, it’s highly recommended, even for blind buying.
I like it a lot. I must say this vetiver is very well done. Its opening features cardamomo as the protagonist, starting strong alongside the musk, which is very well crafted. Later, the musk gives way to an elegantly ambered, aromatic, woody vetiver, with a touch of freshness reminiscent of green earth on the edge of a silent forest one spring afternoon before the rain. In general, Narciso Rodríguez makes very good fragrances. It’s masculine, optimal for cool climates, not necessarily very formal but somewhat serious. Longevity and projection are good. I’ll buy it sometime. I recommend it.
Narciso Rodríguez has made musk his own, using it with ease and brilliance worthy of praise. Maybe they aren’t easy fragrances, nor do I think that’s the goal of their men’s creations, but this Bleu Noir might be the entry-level perfume. Will everyone like it, or should you try it? Definitely not; don’t get it wrong and don’t be fooled by the blue ocean, rounded, elegant bottle. The scent isn’t original; it has reminiscences of Cartier Declaration or Terre d’Hermès, fragrances that aren’t easy. However, it has something that sets it apart, making it more approachable. In my opinion, it’s creamier and woodier, opening with an extraordinary cardamomo, an outstanding note alongside the musk wonderfully handled by NR. Both notes take charge from the start, giving a spicy, peppery, and musky nuance. Then it becomes creamy due to the amber, but it’s the woody vetiver, even the woodiness, that gives the distinctive finish at the end, staying musky and turning woody and creamy. It’s not bright, not one of those that gives energy with a kick; it’s a serious perfume that, although it doesn’t have great projection, is noticed by those passing by. The longevity is correct, lasting 6 hours, although only in the first 2 is the aroma more noticeable. At the end, it leaves a sweet, musky residue, like a scent belonging to the skin, very positive, as it’s a well-balanced perfume that accompanies you while letting the person remain the protagonist. It’s an excellent complement for mild and fresh days. Bleu Noir EDT is interesting; it differs from the EDP, which has cleaner musk, less spice, and more vetiver. In my case, the tests to decide yielded less than this, although it could be skin chemistry. If you like musky and woody scents, or the ones above, always try it before buying; it has a modern twist, it’s more serious, and the NR musk makes the difference. Also, it seems to be retiring, so enjoy it while you can.
A clean fragrance, very similar to Terre d’Hermès but so opposite in wear that they feel like sun and moon, black and white, fire and water. Wear it with semi-formal attire if you’re 25 or older. It’s decent within reason. If you’re from Mexico, it smells identical to a shampoo called Ego Control Fall (blue label).
I’ve reviewed this before, but I’m warning all lovers of this scent: buy a bottle right now. They’re running out with no restock, just like what happened with Narciso Rodriguez for Him. In Spain, out of every 10 perfumeries, 9 only carry the Extreme version, which I absolutely hate. It’s the fault of a house with brilliant perfumers but terrible distribution and preservation. It reminds me of Salvatore Ferragamo: once you fall in love with one, they start saying goodbye to it, changing the colors. I don’t recommend buying it for the first time or anything from the house; it’s a swan song: you’ll love it, and then you won’t be able to find it. Please improve their distribution, or it will always be a “want but can’t have” situation. It’s frustrating that it’s houses I like, not Carolina Herrera or Paco Rabanne, because if those leave, I don’t mind, but don’t buy anything from them if you want continuity. It’s a rich, spicy, warm aroma, perhaps with the most delicious cardamomo I’ve ever tried. I’m lucky to have a nearly full bottle; I use it in weeks and move on, butterfly style. This never happened to me with Narciso Rodriguez.
A mix between Declaration and Terre but with less projection than both. Pass.
A strange base scent; I didn’t like it. It smells like wearing perfume on a very hot day but with little deodorant. This is in a decant, not the bottle.
It’s a difficult scent to wear. It’s probably a fragrance for connoisseurs, and its constant evolution is a great challenge for perfumers, but it smells like sweat for most of its development. Then it becomes warm, hidden, and almost imperceptible. It’s not an energetic or striking fragrance. Personally, I didn’t like it.
What elegance the vetiver note brings to a fragrance. What a more masculine touch it adds. If you know Cartier Declaration and Terre d’Hermès EDT, you’ll know what this can smell like. It’s a combination of both. The opening is a bit sweeter (I guess from the cardamom), yet musky—I love it. On the downside, its longevity, projection, and trail fall short compared to Cartier and Terre, which last all day.
The scent is wonderful: rich cardamom, nutmeg, and fantastic musk. But the performance leaves much to be desired. I wonder what made companies decide to offer great scents but stingy performance, considering the price, because Narciso Rodríguez isn’t cheap. If it performed better, I’d buy it, but given what I’ve seen… Edit: There’s a base note at the very end of the fragrance that I absolutely hate.
Second review of Narciso Rodríguez; the first was the Eau de Parfum, and now it’s the Eau de Toilette’s turn. The fragrance is spicy, which is what attracts me; the cardamom and nutmeg give a powerful initial projection that fades quickly. True to what I said about the Eau de Parfum, it loses projection fast, and after five hours, it’s barely noticeable on the skin. The heart and base notes, mainly the musk, vetiver, and cedar, provide a sense of consistency. In the Eau de Parfum, I said it smelled of artemisia grass; here, I smell sweat, and it’s no secret that in my case, I don’t dislike it—in fact, I like it. In my opinion, the use is informal, both day and night. I think its best performance is in the morning, because since it dilutes so quickly, using it at night would be a mistake. In short, a pleasant fragrance with that casual, morning sweat vibe and a short trail. Cheers.
One of the best designer perfumes out there. It’s delicious, smelling of super-creamy musk with very earthy cardamom; combined with vetiver and nutmeg, it feels refined and elegant, suitable for any age. What happens—and everyone here mentions it—is that it’s very similar to Cartier Declaration (especially the Essence) and slightly to Terre d’Hermès. Imagine spraying a bit of each on both hands; the aura you create is Bleu Noir. Still, Bleu Noir has an incredible scent, as if it were an upgrade of those two, and even if you own them, this doesn’t bother me. I love the heart phase, when it becomes smoky and creamy—two opposites that blend perfectly here. It’s a fantastic fragrance. I wish it projected a bit more; that’s its only flaw, and it would be my favorite if not for that, since I won’t buy something that doesn’t project. A delight that’s becoming harder to find in stores.
To me, it smells more like talcum powder than musk, with a sweet touch that strangely reminds me of iris. The opening is spectacular—fresh cardamom that I absolutely loved; if it lasted just that long, I’d throw away all the other bottles and use only this one. Unfortunately, after that, things go downhill. It seems harmless, even tender or childish, probably due to the talcum, like a perfume for a child’s baptism or first communion. As for longevity, it worked well for me: one spray on the cuff of my jacket, and after four hours of driving with the jacket in the back seat, I could still smell it. Overall, a decent result.
I picked this up in 2019 when I was 28. For some reason I can’t quite recall, I wore it a couple of times and then put it away. Yesterday I remembered it and gave it another try. It smells like a forest at night in the rain, like darkness and a mysterious man. Picture a guy dressed in black, wearing a leather jacket, smoking tobacco under the moonlight.
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It’s a perfect aroma… unfortunately, it lacks longevity and projection.
The best date perfume I’ve ever tried. If you want female compliments, this is the ultimate choice.
I’ve read scattered reviews about cumin notes and a ‘sweaty’ vibe in many other perfumes, but it seems no one notices it in this fragrance, as if it’s not there at all. At least I detect a potent cumin scent, which reminds me of Declaration Parfum, which I absolutely love. It adds a delicious dirty, spicy touch, making it provocative, sexy, and mysterious. I recommend testing it on skin before buying. Personally, it’s a perfume I want to own.
My nose only picks up a hint of cardamom, which tames the scent just enough and adds warmth to the sharper notes of the eau de parfum. It doesn’t smell like sweat to me; if you want to see something similar, hop on a bus with construction workers coming off a job site. At first, it sparkles, feels acidic, even citrusy—it’s the musky vibe I love… the cardamom and vetiver give it that warmth and shy sweetness. I adore it, even though it has low projection; it’s a scent that stands well outside the mainstream. I see it as very versatile and fresh for all seasons, except the hottest days.
It hasn’t been discontinued. You can still buy it at Liverpool in Mexico.
Interestingly, at first I thought it was a marine aroma with Acqua di Gio Profumo vibes, but then it evolves into something more talcum-like. It’s a dark and masculine scent, yet also creamy and delicate. I see it for formal wear and for mature men, although nowadays everything is intergenerational, and people choose fragrances more by attitude than age. Overall, very good. A well-crafted, elegant, and masculine aroma. Average performance in projection and longevity.
I love this perfume. My boyfriend wears it, and it’s my favorite. It has an incredible talcum touch, smells clean, comforting, and slightly creamy. It’s perfect.
When it first came out, I thought it was bland and didn’t do justice to the classic For Him. Then I smelled a 19-69 perfume called Rainbow Bar that I really liked, especially as it dried down. Since it has questionable ingredients, I looked for alternatives and stumbled upon Declaration by Cartier, which led me to Blue Noir. Well, first, they don’t resemble the 19-69 version. Second, my perception has changed favorably in this designer perfume market. Third, on my skin, at first it resembles Declaration, but slightly lighter on the spice. There’s no cumin smell (which I hate) or sweat. That phase lasts about two hours, then it takes on a soapy barber shop/sunscreen tone reminiscent of the 2003 Dunhill by Michel Almairac; that lasts another four hours. Finally, it becomes very talcum-like due to that clean musk characteristic of the house, and here it becomes more unisex. It could be a good signature scent; it lasts about 8 hours perceptibly when bringing the wrist close to the nose, with good projection for the first two hours. I’ll pass on checking its INCI list, but for those who don’t care, it smells good, is liked, and performs decently. Au revoir.
Citrus fragrance with a musky base. If you like blue or marine scents, you’ll probably like this, although personally, it has a quite sour note that I don’t love. Performance is average, around 4 to 6 hours.
The cardamom here is sensual, and the cumin, if used well, adds an unexpected sexual touch. It features one of the richest cardamoms I’ve tried, alongside La Nuit de l’Homme, paired with a subtle background cumin reminiscent of Spicebomb Extreme but more refined, accompanied by nutmeg and a fantastic musk. The woods are wonderful; the ebony gives it a mysterious and fascinating vibe that makes all the difference. It’s a classy formal scent with a touch of darkness, a play between clean and murky. It feels nocturnal and autumnal. It’s not disruptive, but it’s not harmless either; it’s sexy, ideal for men over 35 who dress elegantly, though it also works with a leather jacket. Before you throw away your other colognes, speculate on crypto, or buy Narciso Bleu Noir to fill the bathtub, keep this in mind: it doesn’t last long, projects even less, and it’s not cheap. Maybe it’s meant to be noticed only when you’re close, but come on, wouldn’t a more generous performance be too much to ask? If you pay to enjoy it, enjoy it yourself and those within a meter. Also, it seems ‘ph-dependent’; it’s amazing on my skin, but the cumin nuances might not work the same for everyone, so don’t buy it blindly. If it performed better, I’d never want to wear anything else in autumn and spring. Scent: 8.5, Projection: 5, Longevity: 6.