The Night by Frédéric Malle
Brand: Frédéric Malle
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A dense, all-natural oud wrapped in saffron and a sea of Turkish rose, rolling into frankincense and sandalwood. Dark, resinous and built for the night.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Rose, Saffron, Oud, Frankincense, Sandalwood
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Frankincense
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
The Night by Frédéric Malle belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A dense, all-natural oud wrapped in saffron and a sea of Turkish rose, rolling into frankincense and sandalwood. Dark, resinous and built for the night. The Night opens with Rose and Saffron. The heart brings Oud. It dries down to Frankincense and Sandalwood.
How to wear The Night
On skin, The Night by Frédéric Malle has beast Mode longevity, heavy projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
The Night opens with Rose and Saffron.
The heart brings Oud.
It dries down to Frankincense and Sandalwood.
What to layer with The Night
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus Mahajád on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Night : 2 sprays Hibiscus Mahajád
Sex & Cognac by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sex & Cognac on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Night : 2 sprays Sex & Cognac
Burnt Roses by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and oud.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Burnt Roses on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Night : 2 sprays Burnt Roses
Dia Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Woman on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Dia Woman
Pairings to approach with care
Taormina Orange by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 30/99
The Night has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Taormina Orange brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Taormina Orange on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Taormina Orange
Polo Blue by Ralph Lauren
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Oriental and Aquatic notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Polo Blue brings an aquatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Polo Blue on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Polo Blue
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose and sandalwood.
- Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli — Both include rose and sandalwood.
- Sex & Cognac by Born To Stand Out — Both include rose and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for The Night?
The Night opens with Rose and Saffron. The heart brings Oud. It dries down to Frankincense and Sandalwood.
How long does The Night last, and how strong is it?
The Night by Frédéric Malle has beast Mode longevity, heavy projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear The Night?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date.
What layers well with The Night?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood. Apply The Night first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray The Night : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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