For Women

A rich blend of incense, smoke and spicy woods with a whisper of luminous orchid—Nu is perfect for the woman who moves between shadow and light with confidence. It opens with an electric burst of bergamot and cardamom, deepens through a heart of black pepper, orchid & jasmine framed by incense, then warms into a smoky, musky, woody trail that lingers like a memory.

Fragrance Notes
Top Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom
Heart Notes: Black Pepper, Incense, Orchid, Jasmine
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Musk, Frankincense

Scent Story
Nu begins strikingly: bergamot’s citrus freshness and cardamom’s spicy bite set a bright yet mysterious tone. As it evolves, black pepper and incense bring depth and warmth, while orchid and jasmine add a creamy floral edge that tempers the smoke. The dry-down reveals sandalwood, vetiver, frankincense and musk, wrapping you in a rich, enveloping trail that feels both intense and elegant.

Wearability & Lifestyle
Best suited for evening wear, cooler weather, or special occasions when you want a fragrance that captivates. Ideal in autumn and winter, or for nights out when bold, smoky sweetness is perfect. Pair with deep, luxe fabrics—velvet, leather, darker tones—that match its intensity. Use sparingly; it makes a strong statement.

Quick Specs
• Brand: Yves Saint Laurent
• Fragrance Type: Eau de Parfum
• Launch Year: 2001
• Fragrance Family: Oriental Spicy · Woody Amber
• Recommended Use: Evening · Fall & Winter · Bold / Statement Feminine Mood

Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love Nu for its daring contrast—bright spices and smoky incense balanced by creamy florals and warm woods. It feels glamorous, fearless, and unforgettable—ideal when you want your presence felt without needing to shout.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does Nu by Yves Saint Laurent smell like?
Nu smells spicy, smoky, woody, musky, and floral. It opens with bergamot and cardamom, moves into black pepper, incense, orchid, and jasmine, then settles into sandalwood, vetiver, musk, and frankincense.

Is Nu by Yves Saint Laurent a strong perfume?
Yes. Nu is a bold perfume with spicy cardamom, black pepper, smoky incense, warm woods, musk, and creamy florals.

When is the best time to wear Nu?
Nu is best for evening wear, fall, winter, special occasions, nights out, and moments when you want a bold statement fragrance.

Who would enjoy Nu by Yves Saint Laurent?
Nu is ideal for women who enjoy smoky woody perfumes with spice, incense, orchid, jasmine, sandalwood, vetiver, musk, and mysterious warmth.

Does Nu by Yves Saint Laurent last long?
Nu offers a warm lingering trail with sandalwood, vetiver, musk, incense, and frankincense helping the fragrance stay rich on the skin.

Is Nu good for everyday wear?
Yes. Nu can be worn every day by women who enjoy bold smoky fragrances, though it especially shines during evenings and cooler weather.

Is Nu by Yves Saint Laurent authentic and recognizable?
Yes. Nu by Yves Saint Laurent is recognized for its distinctive blend of bergamot, cardamom, black pepper, incense, orchid, jasmine, sandalwood, vetiver, musk, and frankincense.