Question 1

What's the difference between Nuit Passionnée and 40 Knots?

Accepted Answer

Nuit Passionnée is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Hersip (2018) dominated by Woody accords. 40 Knots is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2012) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Aquatic, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Nuit Passionnée or 40 Knots?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Nuit Passionnée scores 4.67/5 vs 40 Knots at 4.27/5. 40 Knots's standout strength: Good salty and marine opening that some find accurate. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Nuit Passionnée and 40 Knots smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 40 Knots: 40 Knots is polarizing due to a significant disconnect between Fragrantica's aquatic/fresh description and the fragrance's actual sweet, powdery, amber-forward profile.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Nuit Passionnée or 40 Knots?

Accepted Answer

40 Knots: High price point not justified by performance for many buyers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Nuit Passionnée vs 40 Knots?

Accepted Answer

Nuit Passionnée scores highest for winter wear; 40 Knots scores highest for spring wear. Nuit Passionnée leans evening, 40 Knots leans daytime.

Nuit Passionnée vs 40 Knots

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Pulsul sentimentului comunității — 40 Knots

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Atribut	Nuit Passionnée	40 Knots
Brand	Hersip	Xerjoff
An	2018	2012
Evaluare	4.67	4.27
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	0