Patchouli Spirit – Eau de Parfum

Nicolaï – the Paris perfume house founded in 1989 by Patricia de Nicolaï, a descendant of the Guerlain family, and still family-run today.

Patchouli Spirit is warm, sunny and earthy all at once. Orange, angelica and mandarin open bright and juicy, patchouli – as both absolute and essence – sits at the heart beside Turkish rose, pelargonium and a touch of cinnamon, before ambroxan, sandalwood, vanilla, incense and dry amber settle into a soft, gently smoky base.

Patchouli Spirit is at its best in autumn and winter, but its bright opening carries it into mild spring days too – by day and by night. A unisex fragrance and a calm, long-lasting signature scent.

What makes Patchouli Spirit special to us: Patricia de Nicolaï shows patchouli not from its dark, musty side but from its sunny one – damp forest floor, yes, but with light falling on it. The house launched its Intense line with a patchouli back in 2009; Patchouli Spirit feels like its grown-up, more radiant sequel.

THE SNUD SCENT GUIDE

Everything you want to know about this fragrance.

What does Patchouli Spirit smell like?

Sunny patchouli with rose and incense – opened up by orange and angelica, finishing warm with vanilla and dry amber.

How does Patchouli Spirit feel?

Like a second skin, only warmer. Patchouli Spirit sits close yet present – earthy but not heavy, smoky but never gloomy. A scent that radiates calm rather than demanding attention.

When do you wear Patchouli Spirit?

In autumn and winter, at the office or in the evening – and on any day you want to wrap yourself in something familiar. Unisex.

Which fragrance might I like if I enjoy Patchouli Spirit?

If you love the blend of rose, patchouli and vanilla in Patchouli Spirit, try Red Redemption by OJAR – pink pepper and blood orange over rose and patchouli, with oakmoss and vanilla in the base.

Still unsure? Discover Patchouli Spirit as a sample first – the sample price is credited toward the full-size purchase.