Jacques Cavallier-BelletrudThe nose · 228 fragrances · also made Opium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum (1995)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Yves Saint Laurent · Sold as feminine
Nu Eau de Toilette
The intimate atmosphere of a Parisian library where the crisp aroma of cardamom and bergamot meets the soft, lingering notes of jasmine and vanilla.
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Nu Eau de ToilettePremium · $100–250
51%Similar accords, often for lessBreeze · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2003, Nu Eau de Toilette by Yves Saint Laurent is crafted by the renowned perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. This Oriental Floral fragrance opens with a bright citrus and aromatic blend of cardamom and bergamot, which gives way to a heart of white florals like jasmine and orchid. The base notes of incense, musk, and vanilla create a warm, smoky finish that is both powdery and enveloping.
Nu Eau de Toilette projects best with a moderate application — one or two sprays. The citrus top notes are vibrant but fleeting, so it’s important to let the warm base notes develop over time for a lasting effect. Ideal for cooler evenings when you want a scent that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Fig. 01 — Nu Eau de Toilette, Yves Saint Laurent
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Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Louis Vuitton's master perfumerJacques Cavallier Belletrud is the master perfumer at Louis Vuitton and one of the most accomplished noses in the industry.
“It was like a game, but it helped me, step by step, learn the language of perfume.”
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud · Thames & Hudson / Sharp Magazine profiles
The Nu line
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 14%.