Turkish RoseOpens with
Indian OudHeart
AmberDries down to
Dominique RopionThe nose · 344 fragrances · also made La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Frederic Malle · Sold as unisex
The Night
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, blending the warm spice of saffron with the subtle richness of Oud.
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The NightLuxury · $250+
60%Similar accords, often for lessArmani Prive Oud Royal · Giorgio ArmaniPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Frederic Malle and crafted by Dominique Ropion, The Night is an Oriental Woody fragrance that invites you into a world of rich contrasts. At its core lies the deep warmth of Indian Oud and Amber, which create a smoky, balsamic base that feels both intimate and enveloping. Above this, Turkish Rose and saffron add unexpected layers of floral sweetness and spice, making for a composition that is as complex as it is captivating.
Apply The Night in light sprays — the Indian Oud and Amber base notes emerge slowly over time, so a lighter application allows you to experience its evolving character. It's best suited for evenings or cooler weather when its smoky warmth can truly shine.
Fig. 01 — The Night, Frederic Malle
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Dominique Ropion
The master of power and poetryDominique Ropion is one of the great perfumers of the modern era — a creator whose work bridges the gap between technical mastery and pure artistic expression.
“I had the idea of adding an exceptional quantity of Turkish rose.”
Dominique Ropion · Frédéric Malle / Nose interview
The The Night line
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Designer Frederic Malle
More from the house · founded 2000 · France
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The originalThe NightFrederic Malle · Luxury · $250+Giorgio Armani · 2010Armani Prive Oud RoyalShares 4 of its 6 notes$100–250★ 4.38 (1,792)48%Match
Ard Al Zaafaran · 2023Boutique OudShares 4 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 3.00 (9)
With Tiziana Terenzi Andromeda
Adds woody, sweet and vanilla; shares amber.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 22%.