Acquired

Nishane 2017 Extrait

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Karagoz

by Jorge Lee

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Nishane Karagoz is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Jorge Lee. Karagoz opens with Wine Grape, Green, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Neroli, Patchouli, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Vetiver. Nishane's Karagoz carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one is a real head-scratcher and a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect beast-mode performance but prepare for it to divide opinion faster than a politician's promise. It's bold, it's unique, and it might just smell like grape-flavoured detergent.
  • Bold
  • Unique
  • Edgy
  • Confident
  • Modern
Karagoz Extrait bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fruity
100%
Sweet
77%
Green
73%
Woody
68%
Earthy
60%
Aromatic
59%

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its nuclear performance and polarising scent profile make it unsuitable for office settings due to potential irritation. However, its uniqueness and powerful projection lend themselves well to casual and date nights, commanding attention without being overtly formal.

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About

Karagoz opens with a juicy, dark blast of wine grape and sweet pineapple, immediately joined by a surprisingly prominent clean, green note. As it develops, jasmine and neroli add a touch of white floral soapiness before settling into a deep, earthy base of vetiver, patchouli, and a subtle, dark oud. Some find it a 'clean laundry' scent; others detect a more challenging, almost rubbery or medicinal undertone.