Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
Brand: Issey Miyake
Concentration: EDT
What it smells like
A woody aromatic with leather, fire, and smoke. Bold and dramatic.
Is Nuit d'Issey worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit and bergamot, leather and woodsy notes at the heart, then dries down to incense and ebony tree.
Scent Score: 67/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 64, reputation 67, versatility 67, layerability 74 and value 64, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long, is made for nights out and works for any occasion. Some say it fades fast. Buyers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 52 FragranceX reviews.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Spicy
EDT · Introduced 2014 · Men
Key accords: Grapefruit, Bergamot, Leather, Woodsy Notes, Spices, Black Pepper
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Leather
- Woodsy Notes
- Spices
- Black Pepper
- Vetiver
Base Notes
- Incense
- ebony tree
- Tonka Bean
- Patchouli
Occasions: Nighttime, Date Night
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake belongs to the woody fragrance family. A woody aromatic with leather, fire, and smoke. Bold and dramatic. Nuit d'Issey opens with Grapefruit and Bergamot. The heart brings Leather, Woodsy Notes, Spices, Black Pepper, and Vetiver. It dries down to Incense, ebony tree, Tonka Bean, and Patchouli.
How to wear Nuit d'Issey
On skin, Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake has longevity of 7.0/10 community longevity rating, moderate projection, EDT concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for nighttime and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Nuit d'Issey opens with Grapefruit and Bergamot.
The heart brings Leather, Woodsy Notes, Spices, Black Pepper, and Vetiver.
It dries down to Incense, ebony tree, Tonka Bean, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Nuit d'Issey
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver.
Order: Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Gentleman
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, leather, and incense.
Order: Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver, tonka bean, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Fire Island by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver.
Order: Apply Fire Island first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Nuit d'Issey over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Fire Island
Pairings to approach with care
Chocolate Greedy by Montale
Not Recommended · 35/99
Chocolate Greedy has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Chocolate Greedy brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Chocolate Greedy first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Nuit d'Issey over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 1 spray Chocolate Greedy
Khamrah by Lattafa
Not Recommended · 36/99
Khamrah has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Khamrah brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Khamrah first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Nuit d'Issey over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 1 spray Khamrah
Related fragrances and why
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include bergamot and vetiver.
- Gentleman by Givenchy — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, leather, and incense.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Nuit d'Issey?
Nuit d'Issey opens with Grapefruit and Bergamot. The heart brings Leather, Woodsy Notes, Spices, Black Pepper, and Vetiver. It dries down to Incense, ebony tree, Tonka Bean, and Patchouli.
How long does Nuit d'Issey last, and how strong is it?
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake has longevity of 7.0/10 community longevity rating, moderate projection, EDT concentration.
When should you wear Nuit d'Issey?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits nighttime and date night.
What layers well with Nuit d'Issey?
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver. Apply Nuit d'Issey first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.
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