La Nuit de l'Homme
aromatic up front, then warm spicy, settling into lavender.
About
La Nuit de l'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. La Nuit de l'Homme was launched in 2009. La Nuit de l'Homme was created by Anne Flipo, Pierre Wargnye and Dominique Ropion. Top note is Cardamom; middle notes are Lavender, Virginia Cedar and Bergamot; base…
Noses: Dominique Ropion · Pierre Wargnye · Anne Flipo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does La Nuit de l'Homme smell like?
aromatic up front, then warm spicy, settling into lavender. Dominant accords: aromatic, warm spicy, lavender.
What notes are in La Nuit de l'Homme?
Top: Cardamom. Heart: Lavender, Virginia Cedar, Bergamot. Base: Vetiver, Caraway.
How long does La Nuit de l'Homme last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is La Nuit de l'Homme loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is La Nuit de l'Homme best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for La Nuit de l'Homme?
Night wear leads at 72%. Day is a secondary pick at 28%.
Is La Nuit de l'Homme for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 52% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made La Nuit de l'Homme?
Composed by Dominique Ropion and Pierre Wargnye and Anne Flipo. Released in 2009.
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