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Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense fragrance
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Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense

EDP Feminine · 2016 · by Unknown
6.8 /10

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 8/10 longevity
From USD 90–140From EUR 83–129From GBP 71–111From PKR 25,000–39,000From AED 325–525From INR 7,470–11,620From SAR 338–525
8 Longevity
7 Sillage
6 Versatility
7 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Sweet Fruity
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileSweetFruityACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Date Night Casual
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
3/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A gourmand explosion of berries and cotton candy, deepened with the signature LPRN rose and patchouli.

How It Wears

Its intense sweetness and warmth are better suited for cooler months or air-conditioned indoor use, especially during evenings.

How It Compares

A more potent and sugary version of the original La Petite Robe Noire, appealing to modern gourmand lovers.

The Controversy

Some find it excessively sweet, pushing the boundaries of gourmand fragrances.

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense: A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2016, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense by Guerlain has become a reference point for EDP fragrances in the Sweet, Fruity family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

A gourmand explosion of berries and cotton candy, deepened with the signature LPRN rose and patchouli.

How Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense Smells: Notes & Development

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense opens with Cotton Candy, Blueberry, Raspberry, Cassis and Bergamot — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Bulgarian Rose, Jasmine and Orange Blossom. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood and White Musk.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Sweet, Fruity — easy to place and easy to wear.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (8/10): Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (7/10): Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (6/10): Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $90 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is hot & humid (Dubai, Miami) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Its intense sweetness and warmth are better suited for cooler months or air-conditioned indoor use, especially during evenings.

That is a structural result rather than a flaw — Bergamot and Orange Blossom evaporate fast in heat, so what is left on skin by midday is a fraction of what you sprayed.

Its average across all five zones is 6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Best Occasions & Seasons

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense is best suited to Evening, Date Night, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

A more potent and sugary version of the original La Petite Robe Noire, appealing to modern gourmand lovers.

What Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense Costs — and Whether It Is Worth It

Internationally, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense sits at $90–$140. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 25,000–39,000 in Pakistan, AED 325–525 in the UAE, ₹7,500–₹12,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Ulta, Department Stores. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces, V Perfumes. Pakistan: Scentsation, Al-Fatah, Naheed.

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense Clones & Cheaper Alternatives

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense has workable budget alternatives — none a carbon copy, but each close enough to scratch the same itch for a fraction of the outlay, ranked here by how near they sit to the original:

Alhambra La Roue Noir Intense (78% DNA match): $25 / PKR 3,500 / AED 60 — a saving of approximately 72% versus the original.

The Clone Finder searches the full database by note DNA if none of these fit.

Verdict

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.8/10 puts Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some find it excessively sweet, pushing the boundaries of gourmand fragrances.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense last?

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense worth the price?

At around $90, Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense by Guerlain is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense smell like?

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense is characterised by Sweet, Fruity accords. Opening with Cotton Candy and Blueberry, the heart revolves around Bulgarian Rose and Jasmine, settling into a base of Vanilla and Patchouli.

Is Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense good for hot or humid weather?

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense was not designed for extreme heat (score: 3/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

What is the best clone or alternative to Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense?

The closest alternative is Alhambra La Roue Noir Intense at a 78% DNA match. At around $25, it represents a saving of approximately 72% versus the original.

Is Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense for men or women?

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Intense is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.