Nu Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Nu smell like?
Nu Eau de Parfum is a cool, modernist take on the spicy oriental genre that feels more like an architectural statement than a traditional perfume. It opens with a bracing, metallic chill thanks to a h...
Enthusiasts frequently note that while marketed to women, the fragrance is entirely unisex due to its lack of traditional sweetness and heavy emphasis on spice and wood.
It is widely regarded as a benchmark for the Tom Ford era at YSL, often praised for its "futuristic" and "industrial" aesthetic that was ahead of its time in 2001.
The performance is a highlight for many collectors, with a consensus that the original Eau de Parfum concentration lasts all day and leaves a distinct, smoky trail.
Most users recommend this for evening wear or cold weather, specifically during the fall and winter, as the dry incense and cold spices can feel too piercing in high heat.
There is significant discussion regarding its discontinued status, with long-time fans often comparing it to the later "La Collection" reissue, though most maintain the original blue "hockey puck" bottle contains a more potent and complex formula.
