The Night
oud up front, then amber, settling into rose.
About
The Night by Frederic Malle is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. The Night was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Turkish Rose and Saffron; middle note is Indian Oud; base notes are Amber, Incense and Sandalwood.
Nose: Dominique Ropion
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Frederic Malle picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does The Night smell like?
oud up front, then amber, settling into rose. Dominant accords: oud, amber, rose.
What notes are in The Night?
Top: Turkish Rose, Saffron. Heart: Indian Oud. Base: Amber, Incense, Sandalwood.
How long does The Night last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is The Night loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is The Night best for?
Winter is the top pick (43%). Fall is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for The Night?
Night wear leads at 75%. Day is a secondary pick at 25%.
Is The Night for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 35% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made The Night?
Composed by Dominique Ropion. Released in 2014.
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