La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent

Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

Concentration: EDT

Scent overview

La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette is a refined, sensual fragrance centered on the distinctive warmth of cardamom and the clean elegance of lavender. Its woody, lightly sweet drydown makes it especially appealing for evenings, romantic occasions, and cool-weather wear.

Scent Character

EDT · Introduced 2009 · Men

Key accords: Cardamom, Bergamot, Lavender, Cedar, Vetiver, Coumarin

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Coumarin

Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual, Special Occasion

Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring

Fragrance overview

La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent belongs to the spicy fragrance family. A seductive blend of aromatic cardamom and lavender warmed by smooth cedarwood, vetiver, and coumarin for an elegant, nocturnal impression. La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette opens with Cardamom and Bergamot. The heart brings Lavender and Cedar. It dries down to Vetiver and Coumarin.

How to wear La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette

On skin, La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDT concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for evening, date, casual, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Oud Wood first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity. Start with 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette opens with Cardamom and Bergamot.

The heart brings Lavender and Cedar.

It dries down to Vetiver and Coumarin.

What to layer with La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette

  • Tom Ford Oud Wood bottle

    Oud Wood by Tom Ford

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Oud Wood first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Oud Wood

  • Dior Fahrenheit bottle

    Fahrenheit by Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and cedar.

    Order: Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Fahrenheit

  • Hugo Boss Boss Bottled bottle

    Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and vetiver.

    Order: Apply La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Boss Bottled

  • Bond No. 9 Chinatown bottle

    Chinatown by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and bergamot.

    Order: Apply Chinatown first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Chinatown

  • Commodity Whiskey bottle

    Whiskey by Commodity

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, cedar, and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Whiskey first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Whiskey

Pairings to approach with care

  • Mugler Angel Eau de Parfum bottle

    Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this spicy scent, and they share bergamot.

    Order: Apply Angel Eau de Parfum first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum

  • Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajád bottle

    Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli

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    Not Recommended · 35/99

    Hibiscus Mahajád has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Hibiscus Mahajád brings a floral contrast to this spicy scent.

    Order: Apply Hibiscus Mahajád first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 1 spray Hibiscus Mahajád

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette?

La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette opens with Cardamom and Bergamot. The heart brings Lavender and Cedar. It dries down to Vetiver and Coumarin.

How long does La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette last, and how strong is it?

La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDT concentration.

When should you wear La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette?

It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits evening, date, casual, and special occasion.

What layers well with La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette?

Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and vetiver. Apply Oud Wood first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette over the top for spicy complexity. Start with 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Toilette : 2 sprays Oud Wood.

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