What's Drakkar mean?

drakkar m (plural drakkars) longship (type of Viking vessel)
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Is Drakkar a word?

A Norman pirate boat of former times.
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Is Drakkar still popular?

Drakkar Noir has been a staple in the fragrance world for a long, long time. It's been so widely used, that it's been joked about in popular culture based on guys who douse themselves in it, but there are still plenty of people who swear by it.
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What is Drakkar Noir?

Drakkar Noir is a men's fragrance by Guy Laroche created by perfumer Pierre Wargnye. The fragrance was introduced in 1982 and is manufactured under license by the L'Oréal Group. It is a successor scent to the brand's 1972 fragrance Drakkar, launched to appeal to an Anglo-Saxon market.
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Who owns Drakkar?

DRAKKAR grew out of a partnership between two Quebec entrepreneurs, Michel BLAQUIÈRE and Denis DESCHAMPS, who believe that people determine a company's growth, strength and success.
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What does Noir mean in Cologne?

Nowhere is the power of "noir" (aka black) more intense than in the sublime and surreal cosmos of perfumes: From modern creations such as Bulgari's Jasmin Noir and Black or Tom Ford's Black Orchid and even Black Violet to Ormonde Jayne's Orris Noir and Yves Rocher's Iris Noir, all the way through to vintage gems such ...
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What is Drakkar fragrance?

Drakkar noir by Guy Laroche is a dramatic, classic scent that brings a touch of excitement to everything you do. Introduced in 1982, this men's cologne is ideal for casual occasions, whether you are exploring the city or walking down the road. Top notes - lavender, rosemary, basil, verbena.
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How old is Drakkar?

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Drakkar Noir was launched in 1982. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Wargnye.
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Is Drakkar cologne good?

Second, while I've used Drakkar since the late 80's, it's not the exact same fragrance as it was back then. It's still awesome, and one of the BEST men's colognes out there. It's long lasting and doesn't take much to make folks notice it!
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What cologne does Michael Scott wear?

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Nightswept is Michael's cologne, as established in the episode "Hot Girl".
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What cologne was popular in the 70s?

Popular Men's Fragrances From the 1970s
  • Faberge Brut.
  • Leeming Hai Karate.
  • MEM English Leather.
  • Shulton Old Spice.
  • Paco Rabanne Pour Homme.
  • Shulton Pierre Cardin.
  • Ralph Lauren Polo.
  • Jovan Musk for Men.
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What does Noire mean in English?

noun. : a person or thing strongly detested or avoided : bugbear.
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What does the word guild come from?

The word guild comes originally from the Scandinavian, with roots that mean "payment of tribute," similar to the German gelt ("money"), possibly to reflect the dues paid by members.
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What does Drakkar essence smell like?

Drakkar Essence by Guy Laroche is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. Drakkar Essence was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Girard. Top notes are Mint and Grapefruit; middle notes are Lavender, Sage and Woody Notes; base notes are Musk and Tonka Bean.
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Is Drakkar Noir oil based?

Formerly named Drakkar Noir* Fragrance Oil 447. This oil contains 8.5% of essential oils and resins. The remaining components are natural and synthetic aroma ingredients.
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What are dark scents?

an attraction to darkness or night; finding relaxation or comfort in the darkness. D A R K. Sensual and seductive, Dark is a scent that creates an instant mood with invigorating opening notes of orange and bergamot leading to floral orchid and black pepper and base notes of musk, earthly vetiver and patchouli.
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What Noir smells like?

Noir is a bold and exotic aroma of black cardamom and white musk. Top notes: bergamot, clary sage, rosemary, coriander. Heart: lavender, cardamom, orange blossom. Base: vanilla, amber wood, vetiver, white musk.
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Can a man wear Noir de Noir?

This is a unisex scent, maybe leaning more towards a woman's fragrance, but it doesn't really seem as wholly feminine. Noir de Noir works fantastically on me, as a man, so I wouldn't worry about seeming too girly with it.
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Is Bete a word?

Yes, bete is a valid Scrabble word.
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Does Noire mean black?

Noir is French for black and is a type of fiction or a film that has tough characters and is cynical, bleak and pessimistic in nature. An example of noir is the film Citizen Kane. (film and TV) A production in the style of film noir.
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What is Voirs?

Voir means "to see" and it is one of the most common verbs in the French language.
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What was the most popular perfume in the 50s?

Welcome to the '50s

Although launched in 1948, Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps became one of the defining fragrances of the 1950s.
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What is an old lady scent?

Suddenly, the bottles our grandmothers adored — the ones filled with classic notes, like rosewood and patchouli — were labeled "old-lady perfumes." Juicy fruits, creamy vanilla, and sweet desserts were the notes the cool kids were wearing, so my beloved, classic scents got the shaft.
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What was the most popular cologne in the 60s?

As a matter of fact, Jean Nate is the most famous American drugstore fragrance ever. These drugstore fragrances were beautifully constructed fragrances made available to a wide market. Try Babe, Charlie, Windsong, Enjoli or Cachet and see the difference between these and current day drugstore fragrances.
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