Pasha de Cartier Edition Noire by Cartier

In my latest batch of samples that I received, I got a hold of two more Cartier fragrances to do a full test and review of. One of them, is a flanker scent to the original Pasha de Cartier, entitled: Edition Noire. How does this cologne smell? What are the notes? How does it perform? Please continue below for my full take.

What does Pasha de Cartier Edition Noire Smell Like?

Notes include: amber, cedar, green citrus, mint, violet, and more

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My Full Review

I find the opening of Pasha de Cartier Edition Noire to be quite interesting. On the one hand I get some citrus aroma with light aquatic sensibilities, then, a warm woody amber/cedar combination to balance it. It is very fresh and clean, seemingly generic, but very attractive all the while.

The citrus opening is attractive, but those notes don’t stick around for too long in that heightened state.

After a few minutes, the crisp and chilly spiciness of the mint note arrives and gives Edition Noire a more masculine edge. It is a sweet fragrance but don’t think candy-like, it is more of a citrus sweetness mix with floral notes like violet and iris.

The mint pairs initially with the cedar and the remaining watery notes. Iris, heliotrope, and violet sit within the heart of this fragrance.

A spring/summertime sweetness that hangs in the air when you walk outside and of course a powdery hint with the iris note.

I did think that this one might have more of the heliotrope and iris notes than it actually did. They are there, but I almost expected them to dominate, and that’s not really the case.

The close out is plenty of wood, amber, and the iris. There is a slight spice and earthiness to the aroma, at this point. I mean, it’s at least more noticeable to me.

Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

Projection wise, this Cartier scent is light to moderate. It’s not a weak fragrance, just one that is airy. 3 sprays seemed to do the trick quite nicely, for me.

It doesn’t have the heaviness or the thickness that some other scents can have. However, the projection off of the skin is pretty decent for a few hours at least. It’ll be much closer and intimate thereafter.

While it isn’t super powerful, it does give good longevity, clocking in around 7 hours give or take. Edition Noire isn’t going to blow the doors off, but it will stick around for a nice amount of time. Not elite performance, just useful.

Seasonally, I think the mint note in particular allows it to work pretty much year round. It is crisp and warm enough for the winter, while having that clean aquatic feeling for the summer months. Well done.

It’s probably at its best in rather moderate temperatures and climates. So, early autumn and springtime would be ideal for this Cartier.

Though, wearing this in the heat wasn’t a bad experience. Maybe avoid some of those insanely hot and humid days…outside of that, you’re good to go.

You could wear this casually, at work, or even on a date. It is attractive but never in your face about it. The strength of Edition Noire really comes with just how versatile of a cologne it is.

This is dignified enough to wear in more formal scenarios, while not being too uptight for when you want to just chill.

Overall Impressions of Edition Noire

Overall, would I recommend Pasha de Cartier Edition Noire? Yes. I really dig this stuff. Just as an everyday wear, it would be a welcome addition to the lineup.

It smells really nice, is refreshing, and totally inoffensive. Cartier usually doesn’t disappoint and it definitely did not with this cologne.

I enjoy the freshness of the mint and citrus combination, along with that aquatic undertone that comes through. Also, the powdery iris, woods, and amber is a great little turning point for this one.

The powdery aspect wasn’t as strong as I might have thought coming in. But, I like the balance that Cartier has struck with this fragrance.

Edition Noire is a scent that has flown under the radar since its release. Though, I do think that it represents a good value, at this price range. I don’t think that it is a must have, but I wouldn’t ever be opposed to wearing it.

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