Nisean Eau de Parfum vs Canale di Blue Eau de Parfum

Nisean

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	£

Canale di Blue

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Nisean

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 - Canale di Blue

If looking for a budget-friendly alternative to a certain blue-bottled designer scent, this hits a lot of the right notes. Just don’t expect it to last or project like the original. It's affordable, but ultimately, you get what you pay for.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	19%	14%
Floral	14%	9%
Fruity	4%	2%
Green	3%	8%
Sweet	11%	9%
Warm	20%	21%
Woody	21%	21%
Earthy	18%	12%
Animalic	5%	7%
Fresh	15%	23%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Nisean EdP

Canale di Blue EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 37% vs 19%

Grapefruit 30% vs 22%

Only in Nisean

Lime 32%

Only in Canale di Blue

Mint 39% Lemon 19%

Only in Nisean

Saffron 22% Labdanum 20% Frankincense 17% Floral 16% Geranium 13% Rose 13%

Only in Canale di Blue

Iso E Super 29% Jasmine 26% Ginger 26% Nutmeg 19%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 30% vs 16%

Cedar 18% vs 10%

Only in Nisean

Woody 32% Amber 19%

Only in Canale di Blue

Labdanum 17% Vetiver 17% Incense 17% Sandalwood 12% Musk 10%

Accords

Nisean Canale di Blue

100%

Woody

52%

75%

Amber

100%

Green

98%

Aromatic

78%

73%

Warm Spicy

52%

60%

Patchouli

61%

45%

Earthy

61%

46%

Balsamic

58%

Smoky

55%

44%

Fresh Spicy

Woody shared

100%

52%

Amber shared

75%

100%

Green

98%

Aromatic

78%

Warm Spicy shared

73%

52%

Patchouli shared

60%

61%

Earthy shared

45%

61%

Balsamic shared

46%

58%

Smoky

55%

Fresh Spicy

44%

Performance

Nisean Canale di Blue

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Light

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.

Canale di Blue

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date Sport

Its fresh, aromatic character makes it versatile for casual wear and the office, provided the performance claims of being 'average or below average' are accurate, keeping sillage in check. It's less suited for formal events due to its light profile, and while fresh, its lack of significant projection means it won't stand out much on a date.