Nissaba 2023 EDP

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Grande Ile

by Frank Voelkl

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Nissaba Grande Ile is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Frank Voelkl. Grande Ile opens with Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Clove, settles into a heart of Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Nissaba's Grande Ile carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive one, this. Grande Ile delivers a sophisticated, woody vanilla with a peppery kick that some find an elegant masterpiece, while others are left wanting more. Not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but those who 'get it' absolutely adore it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
  • Modern
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Grande Ile 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its sophisticated, warm, and spicy character makes it ideal for evening wear and dates, but its subdued projection means it could work in a formal office setting if applied lightly. It's too rich for casual daily wear and certainly not for sport.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Imagine stepping into a warm, spice-laden room. Grande Ile opens with a vibrant, dual-pepper punch, immediately tempered by the distinct warmth of clove. This energetic start mellows into a heart of rich, natural vanilla, which isn't overly sweet, but rather earthy and refined. The base emerges with grounding cedar and guaiac wood, subtly intertwined with patchouli, creating a dry, enveloping finish that's both comforting and intriguing.

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Where to buy

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