Serge Lutens · 2000
A La Nuit
EDPUnisex
The Story
A La Nuit is a lush, intoxicating jasmine that captures the heady scent of a summer night. Serge Lutens created this fragrance to celebrate the raw, almost animalic beauty of jasmine grandiflorum. It opens with a burst of citrus and spices, then settles into a rich floral heart with a warm, honeyed base. This is jasmine at its most opulent and seductive.
Note Breakdown
Heart Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is A La Nuit a pure jasmine scent?+
It is predominantly jasmine, but the top notes add a spicy citrus kick, and the base brings warmth and a subtle animalic edge. It's a complex, full-bodied jasmine.
How does A La Nuit perform?+
It has excellent longevity (8+ hours) and moderate to strong sillage. A few sprays are enough to last through an evening.
Is this fragrance suitable for men?+
Yes, it's marketed as unisex. The spicy and animalic undertones give it depth that works well on anyone who loves bold florals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A La Nuit a pure jasmine scent?+
It is predominantly jasmine, but the top notes add a spicy citrus kick, and the base brings warmth and a subtle animalic edge. It's a complex, full-bodied jasmine.
How does A La Nuit perform?+
It has excellent longevity (8+ hours) and moderate to strong sillage. A few sprays are enough to last through an evening.
Is this fragrance suitable for men?+
Yes, it's marketed as unisex. The spicy and animalic undertones give it depth that works well on anyone who loves bold florals.
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