I struggle to parse the specific notes of this fragrance but when I smell it my eyes roll back with pleasure.
The fragrance succeeds at being simultaneously erotic and also innocent—which is a beguiling contradiction I associate with “white florals.” However, unlike many white floral/tuberose fragrances, Night Flower is neither cloying nor even overtly floral. Somehow the suede/birch tar, patchouli and other notes in the composition balance out the florals. Something (maybe musk) is vaguely Ivory soap to my nose but I like it and the tuberose consistently rises to the surface beautifully.
This is all very different from how I experienced Night Flower on the blotter initially. On paper the notes are very sharp and dry, almost metallic. I am so glad I went ahead and tried it on my skin. Body heat really warms up the creaminess and floralcy of the fragrance.
Night Flower is an excellent date night/romantic day fragrance because it does convey a clear mood. I do think it performs better in warmer weather for reasons mentioned above. It doesn’t strike me as gendered. Longevity is excellent. You will likely still smell it the next day.
I have noticed that overuse has lead to some nose blindness which was resolved by taking a break.
