About That Night La Perla
Fragrance Story
About That Night by La Perla is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for women and men. About That Night was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Preyssas. Top notes are Lavender, Marigold, Citruses, Tangerine, Bergamot, Coriander and Lemon; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Iris, Osmanthus and Rose; base notes are Tonka Bean, Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Mexican Vanilla, Vetiver, Styrax, Benzoin, Oakmoss and Oak.
Composition Profile
About the Perfumer
Dominique Preyssas
Dominique Preyssas is a French perfumer known for creating a wide range of fragrances for both niche and mass-market brands. His work includes Antonio Puig's Agua De Luna, Balenciaga's Talisman, and D'ORSAY's Le Dandy Pour Homme. He has also composed scents for Franck Muller, Hollister, and Jacques Bogart, demonstrating versatility across diverse olfactory styles.
Fragrance Notes
Top Notes
First impression · 15-30 min
Heart Notes
Core character · 2-4 hours
Base Notes
Lasting impression · 4+ hours
About That Night La Perla by La Perla offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.
Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.
About That Night La Perla embodies the distinctive style of La Perla while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.
Character Profile
The Magician Archetype: Portrait of About That Night La Perla
Essence
The Magician archetype is the master of transformation, the one who creates reality through intention and will. The wearer of About That Night is a modern-day enchantress, someone who understands that the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary is thinner than most believe. They possess a rare ability to manifest their desires, to turn a moment into a memory, to make the impossible seem inevitable.
This fragrance is their spellbook. The opening is a complex incantation of lavender, marigold, and citrus, a bright and herbaceous invocation that clears the mind and opens the senses. The heart is a bouquet of white flowers: orange blossom, jasmine, iris, osmanthus, and rose, a symphony of seduction that weaves together innocence and experience. The base is deep and mysterious: tonka bean, musk, patchouli, sandalwood, and vanilla, with the dark earthiness of vetiver and oakmoss. It is a fragrance that tells a story, that creates an atmosphere, that transforms the wearer and everyone around them.
Style & Aesthetic
The Magician dresses with intention, understanding that clothing is a form of magic. Their style is dramatic but refined, favoring pieces that command attention without shouting. They are drawn to rich textures: velvet, silk, lace, and leather. Colors are deep and jewel-toned: midnight blue, emerald green, burgundy, and black. Every accessory is chosen with care, each piece a talisman that carries meaning and power.
Their aesthetic is one of controlled opulence. Their home is a stage set for enchantment: dim lighting, rich fabrics, the scent of incense and flowers. They surround themselves with objects that hold significance: crystals, candles, art that speaks to the soul. There is an air of mystery about their space, a sense that something magical is always about to happen. They understand that environment shapes experience, and they craft their surroundings with the precision of a master illusionist.
Philosophy & Values
The Magician believes that reality is malleable, that the world is a canvas upon which we paint our lives. They value creativity, imagination, and the power of belief. They understand that what we focus on expands, that intention shapes outcome, that the stories we tell ourselves become the lives we live. They are students of the hidden arts: psychology, symbolism, the subtle energies that connect all things.
They believe in the power of ritual, in the importance of marking transitions and honoring thresholds. They know that transformation requires both preparation and surrender, that the greatest magic comes from the space between effort and grace. The Magician values mystery, understanding that not everything needs to be explained, that some things are meant to be felt rather than understood. They are guardians of the sacred, keepers of secrets that can only be learned through experience.
Relationships
In relationships, the Magician is a creator of experiences. They have a gift for making ordinary moments feel extraordinary, for transforming a simple dinner into a romantic ritual, a casual conversation into a profound connection. They are attentive and intuitive, sensing what their partner needs before it is spoken. They express love through the creation of beauty, through the orchestration of moments that will be remembered forever.
Romantically, they seek a partner who is open to enchantment, someone who is willing to believe in the magic they create together. They are not interested in mundane relationships but in partnerships that feel fated, that have the quality of a story being written by forces larger than themselves. They are passionate and intense, their love expressed through grand gestures and intimate rituals. They understand that the most powerful magic is love itself, and they wield it with both skill and reverence.
Lifestyle
The Magician's life is a series of intentional rituals. Mornings begin with meditation or visualization, setting the intention for the day ahead. They are careful about what they consume, understanding that food, media, and company all shape their energy. They practice their craft daily, whether through creative work, spiritual practice, or simply the conscious creation of beauty in their environment.
They are drawn to places of power and mystery: ancient ruins, sacred sites, theaters, and galleries. They travel to learn the magic of other cultures, to study different traditions of transformation. They keep journals of their dreams and synchronicities, tracking the patterns that reveal the hidden order of the universe. Evenings are for enchantment: candlelit dinners, moonlit walks, conversations that last until dawn. They understand that night is the time of magic, and they honor it with reverence and joy.
Shadow
The Magician's shadow is the danger of manipulation. Their power to influence reality can be used for selfish ends, their understanding of human nature turned into a tool for control. They may become so enamored with their own power that they forget the responsibility that comes with it, using their gifts to create illusions rather than truth.
There is also the risk of losing themselves in their own creations. The Magician may become so focused on the effect they create that they forget their own authentic self, performing a role so convincingly that they no longer know who they are beneath the mask. The complex, almost overwhelming richness of this fragrance hints at this shadow: the danger of too much beauty, too much intensity, the risk of being consumed by the very magic one seeks to wield.
Conclusion
About That Night is an invitation to enchantment. The Magician archetype finds its perfect expression in this opulent composition of flowers, woods, and resins, a fragrance that creates an atmosphere of mystery and desire. It is for those who understand that life is a story we are writing together, that every moment holds the potential for transformation, that the greatest magic lies not in escaping reality but in elevating it. This is the scent of possibility, of the night when anything can happen, of the magic that awaits those who are brave enough to believe.