Etienne Aigner 2014 EDP

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Debut by Night

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Etienne Aigner Debut by Night is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. Debut by Night opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Bitter Orange, and Pear, settles into a heart of Water Lily, Orange Blossom, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Raspberry. Etienne Aigner's Debut by Night carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly polarising beast; some will find this an elegant, mysterious, rich floral-patchouli, while others will be put off by what they perceive as a synthetic, tar-like opening. Definitely one to try before you buy.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Confident
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Debut by Night Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting performance and potent sillage, along with its rich, oriental floral character, make it more suitable for evening and cooler weather occasions. While some found it acceptable for the office, its intensity generally points towards date nights and formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Debut by Night opens with a lively, tart burst of bergamot, lemon, and bitter orange, softened by a hint of juicy pear. This vibrant start quickly settles into a more floral heart, where delicate water lily and romantic rose entwine with the sweet, heady bloom of orange blossom. As the fragrance matures, a sophisticated base emerges, revealing a warm, earthy patchouli balanced by creamy vanilla, a touch of cedar, and a surprising tartness from raspberry, creating a dark, intriguing aura.

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