BORNTOSTANDOUT 2023 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Nanatopia

by Alex Lee

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BORNTOSTANDOUT Nanatopia is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Alex Lee. Nanatopia opens with Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Rum, settles into a heart of Banana, Bread, and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Orcanox, and Tonka Bean. BORNTOSTANDOUT's Nanatopia carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Nanatopia is one divisive beast. For some, it's a boozy, spicy banana bread dream; for others, an outright scrubber smelling of hamster cages or curry. If you like your gourmands with a hefty dose of spice and rum, and you're feeling adventurous, this might just be your jam. Proceed with caution.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Playful
  • Edgy
Nanatopia Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

With its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, Nanatopia is far too potent for an office environment. It shines on dates and casual outings due to its gourmand, boozy character, but is generally too playful and unconventional for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a potent, boozy hit of rum, warmed by nutmeg and cinnamon. This quickly develops into a thick, sweet heart of banana and melted caramel, intertwined with a distinct bready accord that leans into a 'banana bread' vibe for many. The drydown introduces a woody earthiness from cypriol and a rich, enveloping sweetness from tonka, adding depth and a slightly dry, powdery edge to the lingering dessert notes.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 23 September


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