Dead Of Night Strangelove Nyc

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2014
Strong
Sillage
Excellent
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Dead of Night by Strangelove NYC is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Dead of Night was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Christophe Laudamiel. Top notes are Violet Leaf and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Jasmine and Tuberose; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Amber, Incense, Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla and Bourbon Vanilla.

Composition Profile

oud 100%
amber 85%
rose 70%
white floral 60%
powdery 50%
ozonic 40%
woody 35%
musky 30%
floral 25%
fresh spicy 20%

About the Perfumer

Christophe Laudamiel

Christophe Laudamiel

Christophe Laudamiel is a French perfumer known for his work with brands like Estée Lauder, Clinique, and Grandiflora. He created Pure White Linen Pink Coral and Youth-dew Amber Nude, as well as Clinique Happy Heart. His portfolio also includes niche creations like Grandiflora Saskia and Lazarus Douvos Rose 1845, showcasing his versatility.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Violet Leaf Violet Leaf
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Rose Rose
Jasmine Jasmine
Tuberose Tuberose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Amber Amber
Incense Incense
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Vanilla Vanilla
Bourbon Vanilla Bourbon Vanilla

Character Profile

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Dead Of Night Strangelove Nyc

Essence

The Mystic dwells in the liminal spaces-between waking and dreaming, the seen and the unseen. Dead of Night is their incense-laden breath, a fragrance that opens with the green, almost metallic bite of violet leaf and bergamot before descending into a heart of dark, narcotic florals: rose, jasmine, tuberose. The base is a ritualistic blend of oud, amber, and incense, wrapped in the velvet of musk and vanilla. This is not a scent for daylight; it is for midnight meditations, for conversations with shadows, for the sacred hour when the veil is thin.

Style & Aesthetic

Their aesthetic is one of deliberate mystery. They wear layers of black, deep purple, and charcoal, fabrics that move like smoke-silk, velvet, raw linen. Jewelry is talismanic: a silver ring, a pendant of an ancient symbol. Their spaces are sanctuaries: dimly lit, filled with books on alchemy and poetry, dried herbs hanging from beams, the air thick with the residue of incense. They cultivate an air of otherworldliness, not for show, but because they truly live in a world of symbols and signs.

Philosophy & Values

They believe that reality is a surface, and that truth lies beneath. They value intuition over logic, mystery over certainty, and transformation over stasis. Their philosophy is one of inner alchemy: they seek to transmute pain into wisdom, fear into power. They are drawn to the occult, to Jungian psychology, to the poetry of Rumi. They believe in the sacredness of the night and the power of silence. For them, the most profound answers come not from speaking, but from listening to the dark.

Relationships

Relationships with the Mystic are intense and transformative. They seek soul connections, not casual acquaintances. They are drawn to those who are also on a path of inner work, who are unafraid of the dark. They can be magnetic, drawing others into their orbit with their depth and presence, but they also guard their solitude fiercely. They may disappear for days, lost in contemplation, and their partners must understand that this is not rejection, but a necessary retreat. They love deeply, but their love is a crucible.

Lifestyle

Their daily life is a series of rituals. They might begin with a meditation or a tarot draw, end with a journal entry by candlelight. They are drawn to art that disturbs and elevates: black-and-white photography, experimental music, films by Tarkovsky. They collect rare books, vintage perfumes, and objects with history. They are likely to be found in a quiet café at 2 AM, writing, or walking through a cemetery at dusk. Their habits are slow, deliberate, and infused with meaning.

Shadow

The Mystic’s shadow is a descent into isolation and nihilism. They can become so enamored with the dark that they lose sight of the light, mistaking despair for depth. Their search for meaning can curdle into a rejection of the mundane world, leaving them disconnected and unable to engage with simple joys. They may use their esoteric knowledge as a shield, feeling superior to those they deem “unawake.” The shadow whispers that they are too special for this world, and they risk becoming a ghost before their time.

Conclusion

Dead of Night is the olfactory signature of the Mystic-a fragrance that is both a prayer and a spell. It evokes the sacred darkness where transformation begins, the incense-laden air of a midnight ritual. This scent is for those who are not afraid of the unknown, who seek the divine in the depths, and who know that the truest light is born from the darkest night.