Novellista 2021 EDP

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Deep Moon

by Jean-Michel Santorini

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Novellista Deep Moon is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Jean-Michel Santorini. Deep Moon opens with Grapefruit, Orange Blossom, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Ginger, Coriander, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Novellista's Deep Moon carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A pleasant, universally appealing 'blue' scent that suffers from a serious performance issue. It's nice, but the value for money is a real sticking point for many. Don't expect beast mode.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
Deep Moon 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:
Spring Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aromatic profile and poor longevity make it an ideal choice for casual wear and the office, where it won't overpower. Its subtle projection makes it less suitable for formal events where a more impactful presence might be desired.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

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

Deep Moon opens with a bright, crisp hit of grapefruit and orange blossom, swiftly followed by a warm, spicy heart of cardamom and ginger, rounded out by earthy sage. The dry down is a mellow blend of vetiver, oakmoss, and a surprising vanilla sweetness, evoking a cool, moonlit forest or a night by the sea. It's a cohesive scent that balances fresh masculinity with an underlying warmth.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 7 October


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