Prada 2015 EDP

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Cargo de Nuit

by Daniela Andrier

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Prada Cargo de Nuit is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Daniela Andrier. Prada's Cargo de Nuit carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This cult-favourite 'clean' scent is a divisive but adored masterpiece for many, a testament to Daniela Andrier's genius. It's often compared to other Prada classics and is known for its ethereal, long-lasting presence, though some find it too subtle for the hefty price tag.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Cargo de Nuit 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, Cargo de Nuit is versatile enough for most settings. Its clean, refined character makes it office-safe and perfect for casual wear, while its unique depth and sensuality also suit date nights. While elegant, its distinct profile might be a little unconventional for some 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

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Woody amber musk Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes from Iso E Super
  • Woody amber musk Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes from Iso E Super

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

Cargo de Nuit opens with a clean, almost ethereal whisper, built around woody notes of cedar and creamy sandalwood. As it settles, a sophisticated powdery iris emerges, harmonising with the soft, musky warmth of ambrette and a touch of sweet coumarin. Hints of fresh freesia and the molecular shimmer of Iso E Super and Hedione create an airy, almost steamed fabric-like texture, culminating in a refined, woody-musk embrace that lingers for hours.

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