2016
Veilleur de Nuit

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Serge Lutens  ·  Sold as unisex

Veilleur de Nuit

The quiet intensity of a late-night study, where warm spices and rich chocolates envelop you in a cocoon of comfort.

4.21153 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
cacaowarm spicymuskychocolateanimalictuberose
Veilleur de NuitPremium · $100–250
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting54% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak8%
Weak15%
Moderate23%
Long lasting45%
Eternal9%
SillageModerate42% say strong or enormous
Intimate22%
Moderate37%
Strong26%
Enormous15%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine7%
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Unisex61%
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Feminine32%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Veilleur de Nuit by Serge Lutens was launched in 2016 and is a collaboration between perfumers Christopher Sheldrake and Serge Lutens. This Oriental Floral fragrance opens with rich, warm chocolate and cacao notes that create an indulgent and comforting base. The heart of the composition features tuberose, adding a sweet floral touch that contrasts beautifully against the musky and animalic undertones. Veilleur de Nuit is a complex blend that balances the richness of its chocolate elements with the depth of its woody and spicy notes.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance with two sprays to the pulse points — it blooms slowly over time. The musky base notes develop gradually, so give it at least an hour before assessing its full impact. It's best worn during cooler evenings when its warmth can be fully appreciated.

Fig. 01 — Veilleur de Nuit, Serge Lutens

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03 · The nose

Christopher Sheldrake

From Serge Lutens' shadow to Chanel's spotlight

Christopher Sheldrake is a British-born perfumer who studied art history before extensive travels sparked his interest in fragrance.

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06 · The Room

What people
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4.21/ 5 · 153 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 46%, disliked or hated by 9%.

Love46%
Like38%
OK7%
Dislike8%
Hate1%
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