70ml

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Absolue Pour le Soir

Name: Absolue Pour le Soir
Brand: Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

Out of stock

Description

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Absolue Pour le Soir is a bold oriental fragrance that fuses rich honey, earthy cumin, and resinous amber in a composition glowing with nocturnal sensuality. Its smoky incense and creamy sandalwood form a deep backbone, while rose and ylang-ylang add floral intrigue to a multifaceted, animalic heart. This fragrance transitions from spicy warmth to a smooth, musky finish, radiating sophistication and allure after dark. Highly concentrated and memorable, Absolue Pour le Soir is celebrated as a modern classic for those seeking mystery and intensity. Perfumer: Francis Kurkdjian

Scent Profile

Amber

Honey

Warm Spicy

Woody

Smoky

Sweet

Balsamic

Fresh Spicy

Floral

Aromatic

Animalic

Notes

Top Notes

Honey

Cumin

Middle Notes

Benzoin

Rose

Ylang-Ylang

Incense

Base Notes

Atlas Cedarwood

Sandalwood

About Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian, founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and businessman Marc Chaya, is a luxury niche fragrance house renowned for its artistic creativity and high-quality scents that blend natural and synthetic notes for exceptional longevity and sillage. The brand's philosophy centers on redefining luxury perfumery through a modern wardrobe of fragrances, from luminous fresh compositions like Aqua Universalis to iconic gourmand masterpieces like Baccarat Rouge 540, which originated as a Baccarat crystal anniversary commission and became a global sensation. Acquired by LVMH in 2017, it maintains Kurkdjian's creative control while emphasizing bespoke artistry and sensory storytelling for discerning women and men.

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Perfumer

Francis Kurkdjian

Francis Kurkdjian is a French-Armenian master perfumer renowned for his innovative and elegant approach to fragrance creation. Trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, he gained fame for composing Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier at age 26 and later co-founded Maison Francis Kurkdjian in 2009, blending French artistry with contemporary luxury. He currently serves as Perfume Creation Director at Dior.

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Reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers praise Absolue Pour le Soir for its rich complexity, remarkable longevity, and deep sensuality, frequently mentioning its animalic, oriental character. Many find it bold and daring, best suited for evenings or special occasions.

Pros

Performance excellence: Lasts for many hours with strong projection, enveloping the wearer in its signature warmth.

Versatile appeal: Exceptional for nighttime, cool weather, and moments calling for mystery or seduction.

Quality composition: Reviewers highlight its masterful blend of honey, spice, incense, woods, and florals; ingredients feel luxurious and well-balanced.

Cons

Specific limitation: The cumin and animalic nuances may be too assertive or challenging for those preferring cleaner, lighter scents.

Situational drawback: Can feel overwhelming or out-of-place in daytime, work environments, or very warm weather.

Comparisons

Similar to Serge Lutens Serge Noire: Both share spiced, smoky, animalic facets, but Absolue Pour le Soir is smoother and less sweaty.

Reminds reviewers of vintage YSL Opium: Both possess a complex, oriental richness, but Absolue Pour le Soir is drier, muskier, and more focused on honey and cumin.