Nuit Noire
“Nuit Noire by Mona di Orio is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a warm spicy, white floral composition with a animalic undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Nuit Noire by Mona di Orio is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Nuit Noire was launched in 2004. The nose behind this fragrance is Mona di Orio. Top notes are Orange Blossom, Ginger, Cardamom and Orange; middle notes are Tuberose, Cloves, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Cedar and Olibanum; base notes are Leather, Musk, Amber and Tonka Bean. Nuit Noire is a female floral fragrance created in 2006. The nose behind it is the owner and the founder of the house Mona di Orio. Ancient scents of Tunis were granted to this fragrance; its hidden gardens, streets, hammams…While the night falls on this old city and the moon rises high up in the sky, the seduction begins with orange blossom, cardamom and ginger, followed by the heart of cinnamon, tuberose, sandalwood, cedar and clove. Base notes keep us warm with accords of amber, musk, Tonka and leather. It is available as 50 and 100 ml EDP.
Composition & Character
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When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Leather
Leather is more than just an aroma; it’s a texture, a memory of old books or vintage leather goods. Its scent can be earthy and warm, sometimes tinged with the subtle smokiness of tanning processes, evoking a sense of heritage and craftsmanship.
Musk
Musk, once sourced from the musk deer and now often recreated synthetically, offers an earthy, slightly sweet aroma reminiscent of skin. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly into various fragrance families, from oriental to woody, enhancing their depth without overpowering them.
Amber
Amber is an olfactory illusion, conjured from labdanum, benzoin, vanilla, and other resins to evoke the sun-soaked warmth of the Mediterranean coast. Its scent is both earthy and sweet, with a powdery undertone that mimics the richness of ancient incense.
Designer Mona di Orio
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