Rose de Nuit
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1993 | Year | 2019 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Argentique
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandma's rose. Serge Lutens Rose de Nuit is a divisive, darkly captivating beast. Prepare for a rich, animalic rose that some find morbidly beautiful, others an off-putting relic. Definitely not a blind buy, but endlessly fascinating.
This one's polarising, but Blancheide's Argentique is a compelling, melancholic rose dressed in white. It's not for those who want a simple, sweet floral; this is a moody, complex bloom for the bold.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 30% | 30% |
| Fruity | 10% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 32% | 28% |
| Warm | 10% | 10% |
| Woody | 12% | 12% |
| Earthy | 3% | 9% |
| Animalic | 27% | 19% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
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Notes
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Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its complex, animalic nature and significant projection make it unsuitable for office or casual wear. This fragrance truly shines in intimate date settings or formal evening events where its dark, luxurious character can be fully appreciated.
Seasons
Occasions
While its floral heart and musky base could lend itself to some formal or evening wear, the distinctive, slightly cold character isn't a crowd-pleaser for casual or office settings. It's best suited for dates or events where you want to make a unique, memorable impression, rather than blend in.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Musky, Powdery accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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