Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl Parfum bottle Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
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Virtuous Eau de Parfum bottle Virtuous

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Our Verdict - Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
The Night Al Layl is a bold, resinous journey dominated by rich oud and intense amber, perfect for those who appreciate powerful, statement fragrances.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Virtuous
This one's a divisive beast, not for the faint of heart. Some find its initial blast off-putting, a challenging blend of spice and deep woods, but it settles into something surprisingly wearable. You'll either love its bold, Arabian character or find it utterly perplexing.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 1%
Floral 21% 30%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 1% 1%
Sweet 19% 19%
Warm 31% 24%
Woody 20% 17%
Earthy 19% 11%
Animalic 21% 19%
Fresh 3% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
Virtuous EdP

Notes

Only in Virtuous
Saffron 100%
Shared Notes
Rose 45% vs 100%
Only in Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
Saffron 55%
Shared Notes
Labdanum 11% vs 21%
Sandalwood 8% vs 32%
Cedar 5% vs 19%
Musk 5% vs 26%
Only in Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
Oud 28% Amber 25% Frankincense 11% Patchouli 6%

Accords

Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl Virtuous
100%
Oud
81%
Rose
100%
90%
Amber
70%
Woody
79%
Powdery
65%
60%
Resinous
Musky
56%
Metallic
55%
Floral
51%
50%
Spicy
Leather
50%
Tobacco
45%
Oud shared
100%
81%
100%
90%
Woody shared
70%
79%
65%
60%
56%
55%
51%
50%
50%
45%

Performance

Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl Virtuous
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

Rich oud and amber notes make this fragrance more suitable for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, where its deep intensity can be best appreciated.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The opulent oud and resinous qualities are ideal for romantic evenings and formal events, where the fragrance's depth and strength can truly shine, but may be too intense for the office or casual settings.

Virtuous

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage, long lasting performance, and rich, spicy oud-rose profile, Virtuous is best reserved for evenings or cooler weather. It's likely too intense for an office environment but makes a statement on a date or at a formal event.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
93%
Accord
36%
Key Similarities

Both share Oud, Woody accords and Saffron, Rose notes

Key Differences

Different accord profile

Where to buy

Frédéric Malle The Night Al Layl
Virtuous
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