Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Night Vision eau de parfum for men combines fresh green and citrus notes with spicy, resinous and woody accords. It appeals to men looking for an amber fougère composition with a contrast between a fresh opening and a balsamic base. The manufacturer describes it as long-lasting and states that it contains a higher concentration of fragrance essence than the eau de toilette of the same name.

Scent and Composition

Spicebomb Night Vision Eau de Parfum was launched in 2020. It was created by perfumers Nathalie Lorson and Pierre Negrin. Key accords include black pepper, green resin and fir balsam.

• Top notes: green apple, cardamom, nutmeg, black pepper, lemon, chilli, clove and grapefruit.
• Heart notes: clary sage, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, coriander and mastic resin.
• Base notes: patchouli, fir balsam, cedarwood, benzoin, labdanum, Peru balsam, pistachio and frankincense.
• Concentration: eau de parfum.
• Fragrance family: amber fougère.

The opening emphasises lemon and a black spice complex of black pepper, black chilli, nutmeg and clove. In the aromatic heart, green resin and clary sage come to the fore, while the dry-down highlights frankincense and fir balsam.

The composition transitions from a fresh, spicy opening through an aromatic and resinous heart to a woody, balsamic base.

Usage

According to the manufacturer, the fragrance is wearable during both cool winter and warm summer months.

Packaging

• Volume: 50 ml, or 1.7 fl oz.
• The bottle is shaped like a grenade, made from opaque black glass and features a distinctive green stripe inspired by night-vision technology.
• The bottle was designed by Fabien Baron.

About the Brand

Viktor&Rolf is a fashion house based in Amsterdam, founded in 1993 by Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren. Its work bridges art and fashion through bold conceptual designs.

In April 2002, the brand entered into a beauty partnership with L'Oréal and moved into the fragrance segment. Its portfolio includes haute couture, ready-to-wear, eyewear, bridal fashion and fragrances.