Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Empiryan
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A luxurious, brooding take on incense and tonka that radiates power and depth - seductive and mysterious, it’s a statement scent for chilly nights and special occasions.
Empiryan is a divisive beast: some find it a sublime, complex tobacco-amber masterpiece; others dismiss it as an overpriced, generic powder bomb. It’s certainly not a safe blind buy, so sample before you commit to that stunning bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 26% | 25% |
| Warm | 22% | 31% |
| Woody | 27% | 27% |
| Earthy | 29% | 30% |
| Animalic | 9% | 7% |
| Fresh | 3% | 1% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The resinous, spicy, and sweet notes thrive in cooler weather, making this a powerhouse for fall and winter. It can work on milder spring evenings, but the richness is overwhelming in summer heat.
Occasions
Its bold, warm, and sensual profile is best for dates and formal evening wear, but may be too intense for the office or daytime casual. Avoid for sport or hot weather activities due to high intensity and projection.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance's strong projection and rich, dark character make it less suitable for office wear, though one spray might pass in a cool environment. It shines on cooler-weather date nights and formal events, particularly as it has impressive longevity and sillage, leaving a lasting impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet, Smoky accords and Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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