NEROLI OUTRENOIR
Overall vibe:
A sophisticated, atmospheric take on neroli that pairs the luminous freshness of orange blossom with the dark, smoky character of black tea. Néroli Outrenoir is neither a traditional citrus fragrance nor a typical tea scent. It moves between light and shadow—bright bergamot and neroli on one side, smoked tea, woods and a subtle resinous darkness on the other.
The result is fresh, smoky, elegant, slightly bitter and beautifully mysterious. It has the brightness of neroli, but instead of remaining sunny and airy, it gradually acquires a darker, almost velvety depth.
Longevity:
Very good to excellent. Guerlain classifies the fragrance as high intensity, and the substantial tea, woods and ambered facets give it considerably more staying power than a typical neroli fragrance.
Projection:
Moderate to strong. This has considerably more presence than a delicate citrus-floral. The opening is bright and expansive, while the darker tea accord creates a persistent, sophisticated trail.
When / where to wear:
- Spring and fall
- Summer evenings
- Fall and winter daytime
- Dinner and cocktails
- Professional settings
- Art galleries and cultural outings
- Date nights
- Elegant daytime occasions
- Anytime you want a fresh fragrance with darkness underneath
Best for:
- Neroli lovers who want something unusual
- Tea fragrance lovers
- People who enjoy fresh fragrances with a darker side
- Fans of smoky or slightly bitter scents
- Those who find conventional citrus fragrances too cheerful or predictable
- Anyone looking for a sophisticated unisex fragrance
- Lovers of Guerlain's more artistic compositions
If you like X, you'll love Néroli Outrenoir:
- If you like Guerlain Neroli Portofino, you'll recognize the sparkling neroli and citrus, but Néroli Outrenoir takes them into much darker, smokier territory.
- If you like Guerlain Thé Noir, you'll appreciate the tea connection, although Néroli Outrenoir is considerably brighter and more floral.
- If you like Le Labo Thé Noir 29, you'll probably enjoy the contrast between brightness and dark tea, although Néroli Outrenoir is more polished, citrusy and distinctly neroli-centered.
- If you like Byredo Bal d'Afrique, you'll appreciate the luminous, elegant quality, but Néroli Outrenoir is darker, smokier and less fruity.
- If you like Jo Malone Basil & Neroli, this is worth sampling if you'd like to experience neroli with considerably more depth and sophistication.
FRAGRANCE NOTES
TOP NOTES: Petitgrain, Bergamot, Tangerine, Lemon and Grapefruit;
HEART NOTES: Tea, Neroli, Orange Blossom, Smoke and Earthy Notes;
BASE NOTES: Vanilla, Oakmoss, Myrrh, Benzoin and Ambrette (Musk Mallow).
Néroli Outrenoir by Guerlain is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men.
Néroli Outrenoir was launched in 2016.
Néroli Outrenoir was created by Thierry Wasser and Delphine Jelk.
Our decants are rebottled by The Scent Garden, LLC from genuine fragrance bottles. The Scent Garden LLC is a wholly independent entity not affiliated, connected, or associated with the original manufacturer. Original manufacturer's bottles not included with purchase.