New Cross Noir by Cave London
Men Women 2023
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New Cross Noir: Cave London's Woody Oriental With an Urban Edge Launched by Cave London in 2023, New Cross Noir is a scent created for men and women alike. It sits firmly in the woody oriental family and nods to the New Cross neighbourhood in south London. The fragrance is all about texture: a brisk, spiced opening moves through a…
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About New Cross Noir
New Cross Noir: Cave London's Woody Oriental With an Urban Edge
Launched by Cave London in 2023, New Cross Noir is a scent created for men and women alike. It sits firmly in the woody oriental family and nods to the New Cross neighbourhood in south London.
The fragrance is all about texture: a brisk, spiced opening moves through a smoky oud chorus and finishes on a soft, powdery base.
To begin, lavender, saffron and nutmeg appear almost simultaneously. That opening feels clean, aromatic and mildly metallic, adding a modern twist to the warmer spices at play.
In the middle, oud wood and woody notes take charge. The blend turns deeper and more resinous, with a gentle smokiness that stops short of becoming harsh.
Patchouli and musk form the base. These ingredients deliver warmth and substance, leaving a velvety trail with a slightly powdered feel that balances the earlier sharpness.
Woody, fresh spicy, warm spicy, patchouli, oud, musky, lavender, powdery, metallic and earthy are the main accords. The result is a fragrance that shifts perceptibly on skin, revealing a different angle as time passes.
New Cross Noir is designed for those who like presence and nuance. It works particularly well in cooler months, offering a bold yet controlled sillage for evening wear.
Anyone looking for an unisex oriental with real personality: lavender and spices up top, oud in the heart, and a warm patchouli-musk base.
Cave London has created a considered woody oriental in New Cross Noir. It is fresh enough to intrigue, dark enough to captivate, and leaves a smooth, musky impress that lingers.
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