Nirvana Black
Elizabeth and JamesEau de Parfum2013
Side by side
Nirvana Black vs. Elixir Noir
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Nirvana Black | Elixir Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Elixir |
| Launched | 2013 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Pierre Negrin | Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Nirvana Black
Woody
Powdery
Vanilla
Violet
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Elixir Noir
Floral
Woody
Musky
Fruity
Soft Spicy
Patchouli
Sweet
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top—
Magnolia LeafLemonCranberryOrangePink Pepper
Heart—
Sharry Baby OrchidFreesiaGardenia
Base
SandalwoodVanillaViolet
White MuskAmyrisBenzoinElemi ResinAmberGlobalidePatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Nirvana Black | Elixir Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Three notes. Violet, sandalwood, vanilla. Not the most complex pyramid. But that's the point. When everything works in sync, you don't need artillery.Nirvana Black
The orchid heart reads sweet, almost edible, and Elixir Noir leans into that without apology. Patchouli and white musk keep it grounded. Warm enough for cashmere season, deep enough for after dark.Elixir Noir