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Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous, dark vanilla masterpiece. Modern Muse Nuit is utterly baffling in its discontinuation - a rich, sensual scent sorely missed by its fans. It's an alluring 'man magnet' with impressive power, proving that Estée Lauder sometimes gets it absolutely spot on.
This perfume is a controversial cuddle. Half the people love its sweet, cosy gourmand embrace; the other half think it's a generic laundry detergent mess or just too much. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you like to smell edible, this is it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 12% |
| Floral | 20% | 34% |
| Fruity | 9% | 10% |
| Green | 17% | 3% |
| Sweet | 31% | 38% |
| Warm | 6% | 8% |
| Woody | 8% | 7% |
| Earthy | 7% | 1% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 13% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its powerful sillage and strong, sweet oriental character make it too assertive for office wear. However, its 'man magnet' reputation and elegant warmth align perfectly with date nights and cooler-weather formal events, as many reviewers attest.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and sweet, creamy accords make it perfect for date nights and cosy casual wear, as many reviewers confirmed. However, its strong gourmand nature and some mentions of it being 'too much' mean it's not ideal for formal settings or professional office environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Woody accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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