Built as a modern mineral fougere, Luna Rossa Carbon opens with a brisk spark of bergamot and pepper, then threads clean lavender through metallic and earthy nuances that suggest graphite and wet stone, finally settling into a streamlined mix of ambroxan and patchouli. The effect is crisp, technical, and versatile, delivering polished freshness with a subtle, textured depth that reads unmistakably Prada.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2017. Perfumer Daniela Andrier.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Bergamot, Pepper
Heart: Lavender, Metallic notes, Coal, Soil tincture, Watery notes
Base: Ambroxan, Patchouli
Story and Positioning
Part of the Luna Rossa line inspired by high-performance sailing and precision engineering, Carbon interprets freshness through a mineral lens, balancing airy lavender with stony, metallic facets for a sleek everyday signature that moves confidently from office to evening. Frequently compared to the ambroxan led style of Dior Sauvage Eau de Toilette and adjacent to contemporary blue woods like Versace Dylan Blue, Carbon can feel like a refined alternative for those who want clarity with a darker, more urban twist.
Bottle and Design
A streamlined cylindrical bottle finished in an anthracite tone showcases the iconic red Linea Rossa stripe, with a discreet window at the base to view the juice. The smooth weight of the glass, the minimalist typography, and a precise click of the cap emphasize Prada’s engineered aesthetic while the dark finish echoes the fragrance’s mineral character.
Country of Origin: Italy
Manufacturer: L’Oréal Beauté.
Address: Antonio Fogazzaro 28, 20135 Milan, Italy
Country of Manufacture: Italy/UK/Romania (check batch for specific country)
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