Score
88/100

Guerlain Vol de Nuit

1933Jacques Guerlain

“Galbanum, narcissus, and orris — Guerlain's 1933 night flight, vintage artistry only the patient love.”

Vol de Nuit
powdery
iris
green
$80–$100Fair value
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The take

What works

  • ●1933 galbanum-narcissus-iris ethereal mysterious masterpiece
  • ●Artistic refined historical Guerlain

Trade-offs

  • ●Expensive and hard to find
  • ●Vintage style reads dated to modern noses

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Notes

Top

GalbanumGalbanumNarcissusNarcissusBergamotBergamotOrange BlossomOrange BlossomLemonLemonOrangeOrangeMandarin OrangeMandarin Orange

Mid

IrisIrisNarcissusNarcissusAldehydesAldehydesVanillaVanillaVioletVioletRoseRoseJasmineJasmine

Base

OakmossOakmossOrris RootOrris RootSandalwoodSandalwoodSpicesSpicesMuskMusk

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, day or night. Spring works too. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 63%, works
  • Summer, 37%
  • Fall, 100%, best
  • Winter, 70%, best
  • Day, 82%, best
  • Night, 90%, best

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightSpecial occasion

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Vol de Nuit smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Guerlain Vol de Nuit 80 Anniversaire, Guerlain Vol De Nuit Eau De Toilette, YSL Y Eau de Toilette. Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Vol de Nuit last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Vol de Nuit?

Vol de Nuit is best in fall and winter, day or night. Spring works too. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Vol de Nuit worth it?

At $80–$100, yes for this tier. 1933 galbanum-narcissus-iris ethereal mysterious masterpiece. Artistic refined historical Guerlain.