Nuit d’Issey
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Vulcan Sable
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A magnetic night scent where leather and vanilla swirl over smoky patchouli, Nuit d’Issey Parfum is a forceful, atmospheric fragrance for cold evenings and formal occasions. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable for those who want to leave a deep impression.
This one's a wild ride. Vulcan Sable kicks off with a divisive whisky and citrus punch, but give it time - the drydown often transforms into something smoother, creamy, and undeniably cosy for many. Some say it's sexy, others find it too challenging.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 12% |
| Floral | 6% | 2% |
| Fruity | 5% | 4% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 31% | 44% |
| Warm | 22% | 25% |
| Woody | 10% | 13% |
| Earthy | 20% | 14% |
| Animalic | 13% | 4% |
| Fresh | 10% | 5% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Nuit d’Issey Parfum shines in the colder months with its dense, spicy vanilla and leather heart, while patchouli and tonka bean provide warmth and depth that suit crisp autumn and chilly winter nights. It feels too heavy and enveloping for summer, but can work on cool spring evenings.
Occasions
Its bold, sensual leather-vanilla profile makes it ideal for formal events and evening dates, where depth and presence are desired. It may be too rich and assertive for office or daytime casual wear, and is not suited for sporty or high-energy daytime activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong, boozy opening and often considerable projection make it less suitable for an office. However, the warm, sensual, and sometimes chocolatey drydown is perfect for date nights and cooler evening events. Its unique character could work casually, but it's far too rich for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Vanilla, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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