Nishane 2018 Extrait

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Vain & Naïve

by Chris Maurice

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Nishane Vain & Naïve is an Extrait 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 a Statement verdict, a fresh-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.
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Vain & Naïve Extrait 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE),ALPHA–ISOMETHYL IONONE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, BHT, FARNESOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, COUMARIN, CITRAL, BENZYL BENZOATE, GERANIOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, EUGENOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

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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