Guerlain 1933 Extrait

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Vol de Nuit Extract

by Jacques Guerlain

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Guerlain Vol de Nuit Extract is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 1933, created by Jacques Guerlain. Vol de Nuit Extract opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Sandalwood, and Oakmoss. Guerlain's Vol de Nuit Extract carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This perfume is a divisive masterpiece - not for everyone, but those who 'get' it are utterly enchanted. It's an abstract, moody, and deeply moving experience that demands an emotional investment. Definitely one to sample before committing to the hefty price tag.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Sensual
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Vol de Nuit Extract Extrait 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

As an extrait with potent sillage, Vol de Nuit is best reserved for occasions where it can be appreciated without overwhelming a confined space. Its refined and complex nature makes it superb for formal events or intimate dates, rather than daily casual wear or the office.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Vol de Nuit Extract opens with a bracing, almost metallic greenness from galbanum, swiftly transitioning to a complex floral heart. Narcissus adds a subtly spicy, vibrant yellow floral facet, while violet and rose introduce a powdery depth. The composition evolves into a balsamic, earthy blend, ethereal yet grounded, with a comforting powderiness and whispers of soft woods, creating a luminous, evocative aura.

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