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Nisean Eau de Parfum bottle Nisean EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2016 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Eternia Man Eau de Parfum bottle Eternia Man EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nisean EDP
A divisive yet distinctive offering from Parfums de Marly. Nisean is a sophisticated, woody-amber fragrance, celebrated by some as a true niche standout, while others find its intensity and traditional oriental profile a bit much. A 'hidden gem' for the initiated, if you can still find it.
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Our Verdict - Eternia Man EDP
This is a solid, clean, and understated woody-spicy fragrance that's a versatile choice for daily wear. It's a reliable workhorse rather than a showstopper, offering great value for the price.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Nisean EDP
Eternia Man EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 30% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Amber 19% vs 31%

Accords

Nisean Eternia Man
100%
Woody
84%
Aromatic
100%
44%
Fresh Spicy
85%
75%
Amber
73%
73%
Warm Spicy
57%
Citrus
73%
60%
Patchouli
45%
Earthy
54%
46%
Balsamic
Woody shared
100%
84%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
44%
85%
Amber shared
75%
73%
Warm Spicy shared
73%
57%
73%
60%
Earthy shared
45%
54%
46%

Performance

Nisean Eternia Man
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Nisean

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated, woody-amber profile and moderate sillage make it suitable for formal events and dates, lending an elegant air without being overpowering. The strong, characterful patchouli and resinous notes make it less appropriate for very casual or sporty settings, as some find it too intense.

Eternia Man

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and summer pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and clean aromatic profile make it perfect for the office or casual settings where subtlety is key. While it has a classy feel, it's not quite bold enough for a date or truly formal events, and definitely not suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Nisean EDP
Eternia Man EDP
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