The Perfume Library

Caravansérail Intense

7.3

Nicolaï · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Nicolaï Caravansérail Intense is a unisex fragrance in which raspberry, plum and coffee absolute open onto a sweet, spicy oriental body. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and lean towards evenings, nights out and leisure time. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine, so it works on either side. It opens with raspberry and plum giving a fruity sweetness, deepened by coffee absolute. In the heart, cardamom, clove and cinnamon bring the spice, while patchouli and sandalwood set a woody base. Vanilla, tonka bean and amber soften the dry-down, and immortelle absolute adds an earthy, smoky edge.

Le Temps d'Une Fête

7.3

Nicolaï · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nicolaï Le Temps d'Une Fête is a green, floral chypre that leans towards spring and summer, leisure time and daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with galbanum and opoponax, a fresh green start softened by a spicy warmth. Hyacinth and narcissus carry the floral heart. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and oakmoss settles into a woody, animal ground with a powdery touch. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure and daily wear leading the occasions. Feminine is the character most voters choose, with classic second. Miraculum Classic and Givenchy Givenchy III (2007) have a close profile.

Incense Oud

6.9

Nicolaï · 2016

Floral · Green · Spicy

Nicolaï Incense Oud is a resinous, smoky unisex fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings, setting oud and frankincense beside rose and spice. The top notes are ambrette seed, mugwort and davana; the heart brings coriander, rose, Cambodian oud, Atlas cedar and patchouli. In the base, musk, amber, styrax and Omani frankincense settle it onto a resinous, earthy and woody ground. Floral and green touches soften the heavy smoke a little. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and night out leading the occasions and business and daily wear far behind. It reads more masculine than feminine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. Nicolaï Oud Sublime and Hind Al Oud Sheikh Abdullah have a close profile.

Rose Pivoine

7.3

Nicolaï · 1998

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Rose Pivoine is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, with rose and peony lightened by green leaves. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate; most voters find it feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Bergamot, raspberry and blackcurrant give a fruity freshness at first. The heart brings Turkish rose, peony, violet and green leaves, with black pepper adding a light spice. Musk and sandalwood soften the finish. Penhaligon's Empressa and Molinard Thé Basilic have a close profile.

Week-End in Normandy / Week-End à Deauville (2011)

7.3

Nicolaï · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Week-End in Normandy / Week-End à Deauville is a fresh, herbal and citrusy chypre that dries down to leather and oakmoss, leaning towards spring and summer days. It opens with tarragon, mint, basil and lemon for a cool, green lift, and galbanum sharpens that greenness. In the heart, jasmine absolute, lily of the valley and cardamom add a soft floral and spicy note. The base of cedar, leather, musk and oakmoss settles it into a woody, leathery finish. Longevity is rated good, while sillage stays moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It was made as a women's fragrance, and most voters call it feminine. Nicolaï Week-End à Deauville (2009) and Iceberg Eau de Toilette have a close profile.

Kiss Me Intense

7.0

Nicolaï · 2014

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nicolaï Kiss Me Intense is a floral, sweet gourmand fragrance, powdery, creamy and lightly spiced, described as unisex. It opens with lemon, bitter almond and aniseed. The heart is floral, built on heliotrope, orange blossom absolute, jasmine absolute and ylang-ylang, with cinnamon and clove adding spice. The base of vanilla, musk and opoponax absolute softens everything into a creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasions. About half of voters read it as feminine, though some find it masculine.

Angelys Pear

7.1

Nicolaï · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Angelys Pear is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot and lemon for a citrus lift, while grass and blackcurrant add a green, fruity edge. The heart brings jasmine absolute, pear and rose in a soft floral blend. In the base, patchouli, oakmoss and musk dry it down woody, powdery and chypre. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Nicolaï Odalisque and Trussardi Skin have a close profile.

Cédrat Intense

7.5

Nicolaï · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nicolaï Cédrat Intense is a unisex scent that sets the fresh, green side of citrus on a spicy, woody base. It opens with lemon petitgrain, lemon and citron in a bright citrus cluster. In the heart, pink pepper and black pepper bring spice, softened by ylang-ylang and chamomile. Oakmoss, musk and patchouli give the base its dryness, while opoponax absolute adds a faint warmth underneath. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a quiet presence. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, which fits its unisex profile.

Maharadjah

7.5

Nicolaï · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nicolaï Maharadjah is a discontinued women's fragrance that sets a fresh, green opening against a sweet, spicy and woody body. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It is most often chosen for evenings and nights out, and it also gets worn for leisure. It is classed as feminine, yet a good share of voters read it as masculine. Mint and coriander give the opening an aromatic freshness. In the heart, lavender, cinnamon and carnation add a spicy warmth. As it dries, patchouli, vanilla and sandalwood come forward, settling into a powdery, earthy, oriental sweetness. Guerlain Héritage and Lubin Black Jade have a close profile.

Crème Ébène (Eau de Parfum Intense)

7.5

Nicolaï · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Nicolaï Crème Ébène opens with cardamom, cumin and saffron, then softens through vanilla and sandalwood into a sweet, woody, creamy oriental. It wears strong and lasts well, with good projection. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions. Opinion splits between masculine and feminine, so it reads as unisex. The spice of cardamom, cumin and saffron comes first. The heart brings Medjoul date with Atlas and Virginia cedar, and the base of vanilla, sandalwood, patchouli, papyrus and white musk carries it into a sweet, smoky creaminess.

Vie de Chateau

7.3

Nicolaï · 1992

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Vie de Chateau is a fresh, green chypre where grass, grapefruit and hay meet earthy wood, and it suits anyone. It has been discontinued. It opens with herbaceous notes, grass, grapefruit and fern, the citrus kept inside the green. In the heart, vetiver, tobacco and hay take over and push it towards something earthy and lightly spicy. Patchouli, oakmoss and musk in the base complete the chypre character. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it sits between the two. Nicolaï Vie de Château Intense and Ex Nihilo French Affair have a close profile.

Poudre de Musc Intense (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Nicolaï · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Nicolaï Poudre de Musc Intense Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery unisex scent that sets orange blossom, rose and musk beneath a bright opening of mandarin orange and raspberry. It wears with good longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters recommend spring, fall and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Nearly half of voters find it feminine, though it works as a unisex fragrance. The top notes of mandarin orange, raspberry and petitgrain give a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, orange blossom absolute, rose, carnation and aldehydes add a floral, lightly spicy powderiness. In the base, musk, sandalwood and amber settle it into a soft, sweet woodiness.

Vanille Intense

6.8

Nicolaï · 2009

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Nicolaï Vanille Intense is a sweet, gourmand and spicy women's fragrance that sets vanilla against a powdery, woody, oriental background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It spreads across daily wear through to evenings, and most voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued. It opens with orange blossom and cinnamon, then moves into vanilla absolute and immortelle at the heart. Patchouli, amber and musk give the base a warm, woody footing. Citrus and fruity touches soften the sweetness a little. Benchaâbane Soir de Marrakech and Ted Lapidus Altamir have a close profile.

Cologne Sologne

7.2

Nicolaï · 1989

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Cologne Sologne is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits daily wear and warmer seasons. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daytime, leisure and office settings lead the occasions. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin. Votes split evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with orange, lemon and bergamot for a bright citrus start. Lavender, orange blossom and rosemary give the heart a green, floral touch. Musk, patchouli and benzoin soften the base and keep it lightly woody. DSH Perfumes Aqua Admirabilis and Hermès Un Jardin en Méditerranée have a close profile.

Juste Un Rêve

7.0

Nicolaï · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Nicolaï Juste Un Rêve is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, gourmand softness. Peach and coconut give a fruity, sweet opening. In the heart, jasmine, tuberose and ylang-ylang form the floral core. The base of sandalwood and vanilla finishes woody, powdery and gourmand-warm. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, while winter stays in the background. It reads mostly feminine, though some find it modern or classic. Lolita Lempicka Elle L'Aime and Fragonard Miranda have a close profile.

L'Eau cHic

7.1

Nicolaï · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï L'Eau cHic is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent, with green and floral tones balanced by a light touch of spice and wood. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and work are the occasions named most often. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin without filling the room. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level. The top is lemon, mint and bergamot, opening sharp and bright with citrus. In the heart, clove, chamomile, geranium and lavender bring a floral, green and slightly spicy turn. Sandalwood and musk in the base soften it and close on a calm, woody note.

Maharanih Intense

7.9

Nicolaï · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Maharanih Intense is a floral, rose-led women's fragrance with a bright citrus start and a sweet, spicy oriental base; it has been discontinued. Orange and galbanum give a bright, slightly green opening. In the heart, rose absolute, rose, carnation, geranium and narcissus form a floral core. The base of vanilla absolute, amber, patchouli and musk brings sweetness and warmth, while sandalwood adds a woody, powdery ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters recommend autumn and winter, and evening and night-out wear lead. Most voters find it feminine, though many call it classic. Paloma Picasso Minotaure and Chanel Coco Noir have a close profile.

Fleur d'Oranger

7.6

Nicolaï · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Fleur d'Oranger is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around bergamot, orange, neroli and orange blossom absolute. It opens with bergamot, orange and petitgrain, keeping the citrus bright and slightly green. At the heart, neroli and orange blossom absolute bring a floral weight, with pittosporum adding a green touch. The base of vetiver, vanilla and white musk sweetens it gently and closes on a creamy softness. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily, leisure and office wear. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Votes for feminine and masculine character sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex.

Rose Oud

7.5

Nicolaï · 2013

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Nicolaï Rose Oud is a unisex fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings, pairing a sweet floral heart with a spicy, woody base. It opens with coriander, osmanthus absolute and davana, then moves into rose absolute and lily of the valley. In the base, sandalwood, oud, amber and vanilla weigh most, while musk and patchouli soften them into a powdery, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, followed by spring, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. More voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine. Fragrance Du Bois Oud Noir Intense and Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Aswad have a close profile.

L'Eau de Sport / Balle de Match

7.1

Nicolaï · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï L'Eau de Sport / Balle de Match is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with green and spicy edges and a sporty feel; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close without vanishing quickly. Most voters pick summer and spring, and few choose winter. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and sport is a fitting use too. Voters call it more masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. It opens with grapefruit and lemon petitgrain for a bright citrus start. In the heart, black pepper, pink pepper and juniper berry add a dry, spicy lift. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and oakmoss settles it into a woody, green finish.

Maharanih

6.7

Nicolaï · 2006

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Nicolaï Maharanih is a spicy women's fragrance that sets a bright opening of lemon, bitter orange zest and orange against the warmth of carnation, cinnamon and rose; it has been discontinued. Citrus leads at the start: lemon, bitter orange zest and orange give it a sharp, fruity opening. In the heart, carnation, cinnamon and rose bring the floral and spicy sides forward. The base of patchouli, sandalwood, ambergris and civet settles into something woody, oriental and slightly animalic. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is favored for evenings and nights out. It reads mostly feminine, though some voters also call it classic or masculine.

Musc Monoï

7.3

Nicolaï · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nicolaï Musc Monoï is a fresh, floral unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, suited to daily and leisure wear; it has been discontinued. Neroli, lemon and Paraguayan petigrain open with a citrus brightness. In the heart, coconut, tiaré, jasmine, magnolia and ylang-ylang bring a creamy, sweet floral note, lightened by calone. Musk and sandalwood close it with a soft, woody, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters link it mostly to daily wear and leisure, with business use not far behind, and fewer votes for evening or sport. Most read it as feminine, though it is classed as unisex. Jo Malone Frangipani Flower and Ex Nihilo Honoré Delights have a close profile.

Baladin

7.4

Nicolaï · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nicolaï Baladin is a discontinued men's fragrance that sets the freshness of mint, thyme and grapefruit over birch and vetiver. Most voters recommend Baladin for spring, fall and summer, with winter further behind. It leans towards business and daily wear, and sits comfortably in leisure time too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. In the character votes, masculine leads clearly. It opens fresh, green and citrusy with mint, thyme and grapefruit. The heart turns woody and spicy with vetiver, birch and rosemary. Leathery notes and vanilla form the base, and the chypre and leathery accords come through. Davidoff Davidoff (Eau de Toilette) and Versace Versace L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Number One

7.3

Nicolaï · 1989

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Nicolaï Number One opens with green galbanum and tagetes, then moves into a dense bouquet of jasmine, tuberose and orange blossom: a powdery, spicy chypre for women that has been discontinued. Galbanum and tagetes come first, green and slightly bitter. At the heart, jasmine, tuberose, orange blossom and ylang-ylang form a full floral core, while cassia adds a spicy warmth. Sandalwood, ambergris and oakmoss anchor the base, leaving a woody, powdery, oriental finish. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters call it feminine and classic; fall leads, with winter and spring close behind, and evenings and nights out are the favoured occasions. Boucheron Boucheron and Chloé Chloé have a close profile.