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Issey Miyake

Nuit d'Issey Noir Argent

Perfumer: Dominique Ropion

2018MenModern
7.9/ 10
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112 ratings
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Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey Noir Argent is a smoky, woody men's fragrance that opens with nutmeg, black pepper and pink pepper, then deepens into saffron, leather and frankincense.

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Skunky's take: A card-carrying member of the fresh club.

How does it perform?

From 116 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.8 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
7.3 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
7.6 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
7.7 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

88% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Heart notesfirst few hours

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Sweet
  3. Synthetic
  4. Spicy
  5. Woody
  6. Resinous
  7. Smoky
  8. Leathery

What does Nuit d'Issey Noir Argent smell like?

Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and say it works best in the evening or on a night out, though it is also worn for leisure. It reads as masculine, with a modern side.

It starts with nutmeg, black pepper, pink pepper and grapefruit, a cool, spicy first impression. In the heart, saffron, leather and frankincense add a sweet, resinous warmth. The base settles on patchouli, myrrh, vetiver and woody and resinous notes, giving it a smoky footing. Fresh and sweet accords soften the edges. Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey and Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Dark Leather have a close profile.

How it changes through the day

  1. First minutes

    • Nutmeg
    • Black pepper
    • Pink pepper
  2. First hours

    • Saffron
    • Leather
    • Frankincense
  3. Towards evening

    • Patchouli
    • Resinous notes
    • Myrrh

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 39%
    Autumn
  • 36%
    Winter
  • 18%
    Spring
  • 7%
    Summer
  • Evening
    29%
  • Nighttime
    23%
  • Casual
    22%
  • Daytime
    12%
  • Office
    11%

Least picked for the office.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026