![]() You’ll know that from the intensely pungent opening which, if you haven’t smelled real oud before, can be a tad disturbing, even repulsive. There’s no doubt the real thing (and lots of it) is used in The Night. Many fragrances, niche and designer, feature synthetic versions of the precious ingredient or accords to produce an oud-ish effect. While the brand’s contribution to the oud genre is relatively late in the scheme of things, it more than compensates with its superior quality. This 2014 release is part of the Middle East-influenced Desert Gems Collection that also includes Promise EDP, Dawn EDP and The Moon EDP. The perfumer’s other rose-centric scent, Frédéric Malle Promise EDP (2017), with its Middle Eastern ambience, is well worth checking out too.įrédéric Malle the Night EDP (Dominique Ropion)įrédéric Malle fragrances don’t come cheap but The Night is gasp-worthy expensive at $1 800 for 100ml. Tinges of raspberry and blackcurrant bring delicate fruity piquancy to the blend, while cloves add spicy warmth.Īn ultra-refined patchouli note takes the lead in the drydown and is given just the right amount of sensual mystery with swirls of smoky frankincense and creamy sandalwood. That said, this is a seamless fragrance that whispers its supreme beauty from the opening rose note.
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