Nishane 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Vain & Naïve

by Chris Maurice

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Nishane Vain & Naïve is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Chris Maurice. Vain & Naïve opens with Bergamot and Orange, settles into a heart of Cedar, Rose, Jasmine, and Plum, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Nishane's Vain & Naïve carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a divisive fruit bomb. Some find it a 'sexy cougar' vibe, others dub it 'nauseating' or 'basic'. If you're into a morphing fruity-floral with unexpected twists, it's worth a sniff, otherwise, tread carefully.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Soft
  • Feminine
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Vain & Naïve Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fruity
100%
Sweet
87%
Woody
80%
Rose
65%
Amber
65%
Citrus
60%

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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 Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong performance and dominant fruity-sweet accords, this scent leans more towards social events where it can shine. It might be too robust for a professional office setting but is well-suited for dates or sophisticated casual outings, especially due to its often-mentioned 'sexy' quality.

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Vain & Naïve opens with a vibrant burst of orange and bergamot, quickly ushering in a juicy, sweet heart of raspberry and plum, intertwined with a creamy, almost lactonic rose and a hint of jasmine. As it settles, a warm, woody base emerges, blending sandalwood and amber with earthy patchouli, a touch of benzoin, and the soft sensuality of musk and tonka bean. It's a complex journey from bright fruit to sophisticated, sweet depth.

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