Afnan, the Emirati fragrance house, is starting 2026 with a new addition to the 9 PM/AM collection: 9 PM Night Out, making it the 8th in the line.
While we have seen Lavern partner with big names in the entertainment industry, Afnan is notably the first Middle Eastern brand to partner with a Hollywood star. Ed Westwick, known for his role in the successful series Gossip Girl, is the face of this new extrait de parfum.
Let’s take a look at 9 PM Night Out and see if it’s worth the hype.
Afnan 9 PM Night Out
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Afnan |
| Best for | Unisex |
| Fragrance Family | Amber Spicy |
| Notes | Top: Pitahaya, Cognac, Lavender, Apple, and Bergamot Middle: Toffee, Cardamom, Suede, Cedar, and Mahonial Base: Tonka Bean, Ambrofix™, Patchouli and Akigalawood |
| Release year | 2026 |
| Projection | Moderate |
| Perfumer | Quentin Roussel and Imran Fazlani |
9 PM Night Out presents a finely spiced and sharp composition. It opens with a distinct accord that combines the sweetness of dragon fruit with the aromatic freshness of lavender and a hint of cognac, producing a slightly smoky effect. The heart of the fragrance transitions into darker, more resinous notes, with notes of toffee, cedarwood, and cardamom. The base is built upon a blend of tonka bean, patchouli, akigalawood, and ambrofix, providing depth.
Mahonial
A key ingredient in 9 PM Night Out is Mahonial, a synthetic aroma compound known for its fresh, clean, and green floral scent, reminiscent of lily-of-the-valley with nuances of magnolia. It adds brightness to the scent and serves as a versatile substitute for Lilial, which has usage restrictions.
Mahonial offers a luminous, watery, and slightly spicy floral character that enhances both masculine and feminine fragrances, giving them a fresh feel. It is often used as a middle note to enrich the core of a perfume and is well-suited to spring/summer scents or to add depth to richer floral or woody compositions. It can be found in niche and designer fragrances, making fragrances as affordable as the ones from Afnan feel much more luxurious.
Branding
9 PM Night Out is designed to inspire confidence and create unforgettable evenings. This fragrance aims to capture the essence of the night, embodied by the slogan “Own The Moment. Own The Night”. The packaging reflects the nocturnal theme of the fragrance: a black box houses a frosted glass bottle and a charcoal-coloured cap, with detailing that mirrors the bottle.
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