“Cardamom and coumarin after dark — the quiet confidence of a great suit.”
A reformulation rather than a concentration flanker; significantly different DNA from the EDT original — YSL's 2019 EDP reformulation of the classic 2009 La Nuit de L'Homme. Darker, denser, with grapefruit-cardamom top, leather-lavender-clary-sage heart, and a patchouli-sandalwood-vetiver-tonka base.
The take
What works
- ●Cardamom-lavender-coumarin is seductive and effortless
- ●Smooth and wearable without demanding attention
- ●YSL sophistication at a reasonable price
Trade-offs
- ●Projection is polite to a fault
- ●Gets overshadowed by the Elixir and Le Parfum versions
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Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Fit
Best in fall and winter, at night. Leans masculine.
When
- Spring, 47%
- Summer, 17%
- Fall, 96%, best
- Winter, 100%, best
- Day, 38%
- Night, 93%, best
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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CH
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La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum
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Cinque Terre
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does YSL La Nuit de L'Homme smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent YSL L'Homme EDP (63%), Yves Saint Laurent YSL La Nuit de L'Homme EDT (50%), Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Le Parfum (53%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does YSL La Nuit de L'Homme last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.
When should you wear YSL La Nuit de L'Homme?
YSL La Nuit de L'Homme is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits everyday wear, the office, and date nights.
Is YSL La Nuit de L'Homme worth it?
At $115–$160, yes for this tier. Cardamom-lavender-coumarin is seductive and effortless. Smooth and wearable without demanding attention.