Is Lattafa Al Nashama Caprice a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum?
La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum EDP
Yves Saint Laurent by Anne Flipo, Dominique Ropion, Pierre Wargnye Original Favourite
La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2010 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Al Nashama Caprice EDP
La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum and Al Nashama Caprice both feature fresh spicy, aromatic, and woody accords with shared notes of lavender and patchouli. However, they diverge significantly in execution and appeal. Le Parfum offers a rich, seductive scent profile with spicy pepper and creamy vanilla, ideal for intimate settings and cooler weather. It's a premium choice for those seeking a luxurious and enigmatic fragrance. In contrast, Caprice by Lattafa is a budget-friendly option, delivering a fresh-spicy aroma that appeals to a wider audience. It's a versatile, everyday scent that shines with patience due to its need for proper maceration. Choose Le Parfum for luxury and sensuality, or Caprice for affordability and versatility.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a luxurious, premium scent.
- You enjoy rich, seductive fragrances.
- You want a fragrance for cooler nights.
- You're looking for a budget-friendly option.
- You need a versatile, everyday scent.
- You appreciate fresh-spicy aromas.
A seductive take on the original, Le Parfum is richer, darker, and more enigmatic. It blends spicy pepper and anise with creamy vanilla and woods for a magnetic, intimate signature that excels on cool nights and close encounters.
This is Lattafa's budget-friendly answer to YSL Bleu Electrique, and frankly, it often outperforms it. Expect a sophisticated, fresh-spicy aroma that's a serious crowd-pleaser once it’s properly macerated. A genuine fragrance hack if you’re patient.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its spicy warmth and vanilla sweetness make it ideal for cool nights and chilly days, especially in fall and winter. The aromatic freshness from lavender and bergamot provides versatility for spring, but the richer, bolder profile can feel heavy in hot, humid summer.
Occasions
The sensual spicy character is perfect for dates and evening events. Its moderate projection makes it suitable for formal occasions, but the opulent sweetness and vanilla can be too rich for sporty or high-activity settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its mass-appealing fresh-spicy and aromatic profile makes it highly versatile for most occasions, praised by reviewers for being an 'all-year-round' scent. While strong on longevity and sillage, it's not overpowering enough to be inappropriate for an office environment, but it truly shines on dates and casual outings where its seductive qualities can be appreciated.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 11 notes, including Patchouli, Vetiver, Bergamot
Adds amber and cardamom, drops anise and fruity notes
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International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 8 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work
International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work