Grande Notte

The Scent Profile

Grande Notte opens up pretty close to Grand Soir. That warm, ambery labdanum is definitely there, maybe a touch sharper and less rounded than the MFK. The benzoin in the heart comes through quickly, giving it that familiar sweet, resinous vibe. Where it differs is in the drydown. It becomes more vanilla-forward, almost a little powdery, whereas Grand Soir maintains a smoother, deeper amber. I’d say it's about 70% similar overall. The synthetic edges are present if you REALLY look for them, but it’s forgivable.

Conclusion

It's a great daily driver for cooler evenings, dates, or even the office if applied lightly. Is Grand Soir a higher quality fragrance? Absolutely. Is it 10x better? Not even close. For the cost savings, Grande Notte is a fantastic option for those who want that sophisticated amber experience without breaking the bank.

Wear time & Sillage

This stuff actually performs well. I get a solid 6-7 hours on my skin with moderate projection for the first two. It projects within arms reach initially but settles into a nice scent bubble. It’s definitely strong enough to be noticed without being obnoxious. Don't expect beast mode, but it's respectable.