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Score
86/100

Nishane

Nanshe Extrait

2020

Earth and citrus, mythology and sandalwood — the Nishane for people who do their research.

Nanshe
powdery
floral
woody

The take

What works

  • Carrot seed and yuzu opening is distinctive and surprisingly wearable
  • Rose-ylang-ylang heart is rooted and earthy rather than powdery
  • Extrait-level longevity at a price that doesn't require a loan

Trade-offs

  • Carrot seed is a polarizing note — not everyone's first call
  • Less celebrated than Hacivat or Fan Your Flames in the Nishane lineup

Notes

Top

Carrot SeedsCarrot SeedsCardamomCardamomYuzuYuzuBergamotBergamot

Mid

RoseRoseFloral NotesFloral NotesWater FruitWater FruitYlang-YlangYlang-YlangJasmine SambacJasmine Sambac

Base

Powdery NotesPowdery NotesOrrisOrrisMuskMuskSandalwoodSandalwoodPatchouliPatchouli

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring87%
Summer35%
Fall100%
Winter88%
Day92%
Night66%

Occasions

CasualDate nightOffice

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

You might also like

Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nanshe smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Maison Martin Margiela Replica Under the Lemon Trees (100%), Guerlain L'Instant de Guerlain pour Homme EDP (100%), Xerjoff Richwood (100%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Nanshe last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 87/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Nanshe?

Strongest in fall and winter, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual, date night, office.

Is Nanshe worth it?

At $150–$240, yes for this tier. Carrot seed and yuzu opening is distinctive and surprisingly wearable. Rose-ylang-ylang heart is rooted and earthy rather than powdery.

Details

Perfumer
Cécile Zarokian