Les Absolus d'Orient Musc Noble
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Night Shadow
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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a real head-scratcher. Some find it a luxuriously elegant take on rose and musk, while others are baffled by its aldehydic sharpness and surprisingly poor performance - a true love-it-or-hate-it Guerlain. Definitely try before you buy, as skin chemistry plays a huge role here.
This one's a slow burn; give it time to macerate and you'll be rewarded with a surprisingly sophisticated, dark leather scent for the price. People will notice you, and that's usually a good thing, unless you're the one who thinks it smells like a candle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 25% | 19% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 5% |
| Sweet | 15% | 13% |
| Warm | 22% | 15% |
| Woody | 8% | 13% |
| Earthy | 9% | 11% |
| Animalic | 27% | 33% |
| Fresh | 15% | 15% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it potent, others report poor projection, suggesting its overall suitability is mixed. The dominant rose, musk, and spicy-oriental character, along with its luxurious feel, leans heavily towards formal and date wear, less so for casual or office settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, leathery accords, Night Shadow is best suited for evening wear and cooler weather, making it excellent for dates and formal events. It's too assertive for casual daytime use or the office, and certainly not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Leather, Powdery accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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