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Which Should You Buy?
Nilang 2011 is a divisive beast, with some hailing it as a masterpiece of sweet, spicy fruit and others finding it overwhelmi+ng. Love it or hate it, it's certainly not a wallflower, offering a mature and complex take on fruity patchouli.
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Giorgio Armani Si (2013) - blackcurrant nectar, rose and vanilla translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 15% |
| Floral | 20% | 55% |
| Fruity | 21% | 65% |
| Green | 4% | 10% |
| Sweet | 34% | 80% |
| Warm | 12% | 65% |
| Woody | 8% | 45% |
| Earthy | 8% | 30% |
| Animalic | 5% | 15% |
| Fresh | 14% | 35% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, Nilang 2011 is too potent for most office environments. It shines in evening settings or cooler weather due to its depth and warmth, making it excellent for dates or formal events, but less suited for casual daytime wear or sport.
Seasons
Blackcurrant-vanilla-patchouli natural cool weather fit.
Occasions
Date, office, formal evening.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Fruity accords and Freesia, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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