# Maison Noir Perfumes - Discover Olfactive Journeys Through Scent
## The Story of Maison Noir - Modern French Perfumery Excellence
Maison Noir emerged in 2021 as a fresh voice in niche perfumery, founded by Claudio Denz and David Weber. Denz brought over 16 years of fragrance industry experience, having worked with prestigious brands like Jaguar, Bentley, and Lalique within his family's business, the Lalique Group. Weber, formerly a derivatives trader for a Swiss investment bank, left his career in Sydney to join his longtime friend in creating this visionary brand.
The heart of Maison Noir lies in its unique "Gateways to Olfactive Journeys" concept. Each fragrance represents a numbered and colored door in a fictional townhouse, leading to distinct scent worlds. This innovative approach makes fragrances tangible even before you smell them, transforming the traditional perfume experience into something more accessible and experiential.
The brand pays homage to traditional French perfume craftsmanship while infusing modern character. All fragrances are made in France and designed in Switzerland. Their custom "Maison Noir Fragrance Wheel," inspired by Michael Edwards' work, defines each fragrance through three dominant scent directions, represented by numbers in the fragrance names.
Since its founding, Maison Noir has experienced rapid growth, now distributing products across 28 countries. Starting with four distinctive scents, the brand continues expanding its portfolio with new olfactive adventures that challenge conventional fragrance boundaries.
## Maison Noir Signature Collections - Unisex Fragrances for Every Taste
Maison Noir's collection showcases remarkable diversity and quality. Each fragrance carries a unique number revealing its olfactory DNA. [Alter Ego 786](/perfume/maison-noir-alter-ego-786) exemplifies this approach, combining spicy oud with surprising raspberry notes, created by talented perfumer [Alexandra Monet](/perfumer/alexandra-monet). This woody-oriental composition perfectly demonstrates how Maison Noir reinterprets traditional elements with modern flair.
[Icarus 347](/perfume/maison-noir-icarus-347), crafted by master perfumer [Michel Almairac](/perfumer/michel-almairac), presents a fruity-green profile with crisp apple notes and modern ambroxan. [Bohemia 265](/perfume/maison-noir-bohemia-265) unites citrus freshness with aromatic thyme and woody warmth - a perfect example of the brand's [citrus](/style/citrus) and [woody](/style/woody) style directions.
Particularly noteworthy is [Quandoley 805](/perfume/maison-noir-quandoley-805), created by Guillaume Flavigny. This extraordinary fragrance draws inspiration from an Orient Express journey, combining olive oil with ylang-ylang and vanilla - a truly unique composition worth testing as a sample before committing to full size.
The brand collaborates with renowned perfume houses like Firmenich and Robertet. Jérôme Epinette, known for his work with Byredo, created [Somnia 517](/perfume/maison-noir-somnia-517) - a warm amber fragrance with creamy vanilla and floral accents. All fragrances are intentionally designed as unisex creations, appealing to both newcomers and experienced fragrance enthusiasts.
Each creation undergoes careful development with high-quality ingredients, resulting in long-lasting formulas with distinct signatures that evolve beautifully on the skin throughout the day.
## Discover Maison Noir at Parfinity - Your Olfactive Journey Starts Here
At Parfinity, you can explore Maison Noir's fascinating world risk-free. The brand's innovative "olfactive journeys" concept makes it particularly exciting for those seeking to discover new scent territories. Each Maison Noir fragrance tells its own story and opens a new door to unexpected olfactory experiences.
Create your personal Discovery Box with up to five 2ml Maison Noir samples. This allows you to test different scent directions - from spicy-sweet orientals to fresh citrus compositions - at your own pace on your skin. The 2ml samples provide 15-30 applications, enough to experience each fragrance over multiple days and understand its development.
We particularly recommend testing fragrances like [Alter Ego 786](/perfume/maison-noir-alter-ego-786) with its unique raspberry-oud accord or [Vertigo 236](/perfume/maison-noir-vertigo-236) with its refreshing lemon-mint combination. Each fragrance reveals its facets only after several hours on the skin, making proper testing essential.
The best part: your full Parfinity Box price gets credited toward any full-size purchase. This means you can discover Maison Noir fragrances completely risk-free and find your new signature scent. Let yourself be surprised by the olfactive journeys of this innovative Swiss brand and discover which door leads to your personal fragrance adventure.
Whether you're drawn to the smoky leather of [Volantis 685](/perfume/maison-noir-volantis-685) or the vanilla warmth of [Somnia 517](/perfume/maison-noir-somnia-517), Maison Noir offers something unique for every fragrance lover seeking to express their individuality through scent.
