State of Mind 2017 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Modern Nomad

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

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State of Mind Modern Nomad is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. Modern Nomad opens with Rose and Tea, settles into a heart of Amber, Patchouli, and Plum, and dries down to a base of Leather, Oud, and Vanilla. State of Mind's Modern Nomad carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously elegant rose-oud that's both approachable and divisive; some love its refined take on a classic, while others find the oud-rose combo a bit too familiar or even off-putting on their skin.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
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Modern Nomad Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rose44%
Tea28%
Heartas listed
Patchouli41%
Plum30%
Amber29%
Baseas listed
Oud40%
Leather35%
Vanilla24%

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich oud and leather notes, make it better suited for evenings and special occasions rather than a typical office environment. Reviewers often mention its elegance and sophistication, making it ideal for dates and formal events.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Modern Nomad opens with a luxurious, almost jammy rose, softened by the subtle, earthy tones of tea. As it settles, a rich amber and juicy plum emerge, intertwined with a refined patchouli, paving the way for a sophisticated drydown. The base introduces a warm, enveloping leather and a smooth, non-animalic oud, all rounded out by a comforting vanilla, creating a sensual and enduring trail.

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