Nefarious

How it Smells

Nefarious opens with a boozy wink, a candied honey note that flirts dangerously close to cherry cough syrup, tempered by a herbal sage. The violet is subdued, more of a suggestion than a statement. At its core, a velvet rose mingles with apricot-tinged osmanthus, giving a textural depth that feels almost edible, though the geranium adds a slightly metallic tang. The drydown is where the character truly emerges: a medicinal, almost antiseptic oud softened by a creamy vanilla and a lingering whiskey note that recalls aged oak barrels. It's noticeably drier than its muse, losing some of the lush, syrupy sweetness in favor of a more restrained, woody elegance. The vanilla never fully envelops the oud, letting a slight rubbery bitterness peek through.

Final Thoughts

This is the scent for someone who appreciates quiet confidence. Picture a clandestine meeting in a wood-paneled study, secrets traded over amber liquor. Wear it to an art gallery opening, a sophisticated jazz club, or any evening where you want to project an aura of refined mystery. It commands attention without shouting, a subtle yet assertive presence.

Wear time & Sillage

I clocked eight hours of solid wear with Nefarious. It projects moderately for the first two hours, reaching out about an arm's length, before settling closer to the skin. I wore it during a rainy afternoon walk and a dimly lit cocktail lounge, it performed adequately in both scenarios.