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Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme EDT
Yves Saint Laurent·Original $85

Best La Nuit de L'Homme EDT Dupes

Curated by the Scent File Editor

What it smells like

The Scent File profile

Cardamom leads sharp and spiced in the opening, softened almost immediately by a cool lavender that keeps it from tipping into the kitchen. The heart settles into a smooth coumarin warmth — slightly powdery, faintly sweet — anchored by dry cedar and a whisper of vetiver that adds quiet earthiness without going woody-heavy. Projection is moderate and intimate; sillage lingers close rather than announcing itself across a room. The dry-down is the best part: clean, warm skin with a coumarin-lavender signature that holds for hours — Made for cooler nights, dates, close quarters, anyone who wants polished masculinity without aggression.

The Scent File Pick
Al Haramain Desire
Al Haramain

Desire

$30–$45

Cardamom-lavender-coumarin axis tracks LNDLH closely; slightly sweeter dry-down than the YSL.

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Dua Fragrances

Midnight Rendezvous

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$33
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Dua Fragrances sells Midnight Rendezvous on its own product page as “Inspiration: La Nuit de l’Homme (Vintage 2010 Version) by YSL” — the same cardamom-bergamot-cedar-lavender profile in a 34ml extrait at $33 versus the original’s $85. Manufacturer-stated and matched to the original La Nuit de l’Homme EDT (Dua sells Le Parfum and Bleu Électrique as separate SKUs); no community score evidence yet, so no score is shown.

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Is the original worth it?

Is Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme EDT worth $85?

The closest match we list, Al Haramain Desire, isn't community-scored yet — so we can't put a number on how close it gets. The original stays the reference here; if you'd rather try the budget take first, Al Haramain Desire runs $30–$45. One caveat: the current formula is flagged as reformulated, so today's bottle may differ from the version that built its reputation — factor that into the premium.

Save ~$55 with the dupeOriginal $85

The top dupe of Yves Saint Laurent's La Nuit de L'Homme EDT is Desire by Al Haramain. It isn't community-scored yet — more on the way as community evidence accumulates. At $30, it's a budget alternative to the $85 original — saving roughly $55 per bottle. Below: 1 more dupe scored across the same two dimensions, aggregated from Reddit r/fragranceclones, Fragrantica, and blind tests.

Frequently Asked

What is the best dupe for La Nuit de L'Homme EDT?

The most-cited dupe for La Nuit de L'Homme EDT is Desire by Al Haramain. It is not community-scored yet, so we do not list an accuracy or longevity number for it — treat it as an untested budget take rather than a verified match.

What does La Nuit de L'Homme EDT smell like?

La Nuit de L'Homme EDT by Yves Saint Laurent is a fresh/woody/oriental scent built on cardamom, bergamot, lavender, cedar, coumarin, vetiver. Those notes define its character — browse any of them above to find fragrances that share the same profile.

What perfume is similar to La Nuit de L'Homme EDT?

The closest scents to La Nuit de L'Homme EDT by shared notes are Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique, Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme Le Parfum, Salvatore Ferragamo Uomo Signature. See the full "similar fragrances" list below — each is ranked by how many notes it shares with La Nuit de L'Homme EDT.

How are La Nuit de L'Homme EDT dupes scored?

Every dupe is rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores are aggregated from community consensus on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones, and Fragrantica. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.

Are the dupe recommendations for La Nuit de L'Homme EDT sponsored?

No. The Scent File takes no brand deals, no sponsorships, and no paid rankings. Rankings reflect community consensus only. We do earn affiliate commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you — but this never influences which dupes appear or how they are scored.

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