A la nuit
A dense, nocturnal jasmine floods the senses, sharpened by clove and veiled in soft white honey, evolving from green, narcotic brightness into deep, shadowy warmth on the skin.
Perfumer: Christopher Sheldrake
A la nuit
A dense, nocturnal jasmine floods the senses, sharpened by clove and veiled in soft white honey, evolving from green, narcotic brightness into deep, shadowy warmth on the skin.
Scent Development and Character
A nocturnal jasmine soliflore that feels dense and enveloping, where multiple jasmines bloom in a dark, almost humid atmosphere, pricked by clove spice and softened by a pale, honeyed sweetness. The result is an intense floral that moves from green and narcotic to warm, slightly animalic depths as it wears.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
Best suited to evening and cool-weather wear, À la nuit functions as an assertive jasmine statement for occasions where a rich, sensual presence is desired rather than discretion. It can be overwhelming in heat or very close quarters, so it rewards measured application and settings that allow its intensity to breathe. Most suited to autumn and winter, with possible use on cool spring evenings for jasmine lovers; it can be overpowering in high summer heat. Sillage is Strong, room-filling sillage in the first hours that gradually settles into a noticeable but less overwhelming aura. Longevity is Long-lasting, often persisting 8 hours or more on skin, with the jasmine and honey facets lingering well into the drydown.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 2000, this is presented as Eau de Parfum and credited to Christopher Sheldrake. A slim rectangular clear glass bottle from Serge Lutens, with a black round stopper (non-spray application) and a minimalist black-framed label bearing the fragrance name.
