Nancy Meiland Parfums EDP

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Sofia

by Nancy Meiland

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Nancy Meiland Parfums Sofia is an Eau de Parfum, created by Nancy Meiland. Sofia opens with Green Notes, Petitgrain, and Mint, and settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Rose, Jasmine, and Osmanthus. Nancy Meiland Parfums's Sofia carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Sofia is about as subtle as a whisper in a library reading poetry - if you're into that, crack on. If not, best avoid it. It's a niche, earthy floral that's either a calming meditation or a floral overload, depending on who you ask.
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  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Cozy
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Sofia Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes33%
Mint33%
Petitgrain33%
Heartas listed
Eucalyptus20%
Floral Notes20%
Jasmine20%
Osmanthus20%
Rose20%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Built on floral and green - a composition that sits best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Given its intimate nature and the low sillage typical of attars, Sofia is well-suited for a quiet office setting or casual wear. It's unlikely to offend, but also won't make a grand statement for dates or 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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf/Twig Oil from Eucalyptus
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Sofia unfurls with a delicate, almost demure floral heart, reminiscent of a hidden garden just after a spring shower. The dominant floral notes are tempered by a distinctive green accord, bringing to mind stemmy foliage and damp earth rather than a sweet bouquet. A natural, almost oily jojoba base gives it an exceptionally close-wearing, ancient character, hinting at botanical preparations and natural essences. It's an intimate, verdant scent, decidedly not for those seeking a loud statement.

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