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A bold, honey-drenched chypre with vintage bones and aristocratic polish. Soir de Lune is not for the faint of heart-its mossy, spicy, floral complexity commands attention and rewards those with a taste for true perfumery.
A legendary 80s powerhouse for a reason. Still polarising decades on, some find it a dated beast, others a timeless, affordable classic. This one means business, so spray with caution.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 14% |
| Floral | 24% | 15% |
| Fruity | 6% | 9% |
| Green | 7% | 3% |
| Sweet | 20% | 27% |
| Warm | 14% | 11% |
| Woody | 12% | 14% |
| Earthy | 14% | 15% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 13% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich mossy honeyed base and bold spicy florals shine in cool weather, making this ideal for fall and winter, but the chypre freshness and peach allow for springtime wear. It can overwhelm in summer heat.
Occasions
This is a sophisticated, opulent chypre best suited for formal events or evening dates. Its strong sillage and vintage aura make it challenging for office use and unsuitable for sporty occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for making a statement at formal events or on specific casual outings. Its bold character might be too intense for intimate dates unless applied very lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Patchouli accords and Rose, Honey notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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