Question 1

What's the difference between L'Élu and Vol de Nuit?

Accepted Answer

L'Élu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marquay (1946) dominated by Yellow Floral accords. Vol de Nuit is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (1933) leaning on Powdery accords. They share 4 accords: Mossy, Woody, Earthy, Green.

Question 2

Which is better, L'Élu or Vol de Nuit?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, L'Élu scores 4.71/5 vs Vol de Nuit at 4.40/5. Vol de Nuit's standout strength: Stunning art deco bottle design considered a collector's piece. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do L'Élu and Vol de Nuit smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 11 notes and 4 accords, including Mossy, Woody, Earthy, Green, Narcissus. Vol de Nuit: Vol de Nuit is highly regarded by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece with a legendary bottle design and beautiful, mysterious scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, L'Élu or Vol de Nuit?

Accepted Answer

Vol de Nuit: Excellent for bedtime/intimate wear due to soft projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits L'Élu vs Vol de Nuit?

Accepted Answer

L'Élu scores highest for fall wear; Vol de Nuit scores highest for fall wear. L'Élu leans evening, Vol de Nuit leans evening.

L'Élu vs Vol de Nuit

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (11)

Uniek voor L'Élu (5)

Uniek voor Vol de Nuit (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Vol de Nuit

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	L'Élu	Vol de Nuit
Merk	Marquay	Guerlain
Jaar	1946	1933
Beoordeling	4.71	4.40
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	16	20