A soft veil of smoke slowly settles over the darkness. Cinnamon and black pepper sharpens the silhouette, dry wisps of elemi and incense unfold, rosemary anchors. Leather, woods and earthy tones seep in with silent depth. By the end, a restrained warmth lingers like an afterglow. All Black reveals without showing.
Best Nirvana Amethyst by Elizabeth and James Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Nirvana Amethyst is an oriental floral fragrance that blends the warmth of tobacco and cedarwood with the sweetness of honeysuckle, spiced subtly by black pepper. This combination creates a sensual and complex scent with a smooth, slightly smoky edge. Those drawn to this perfume may seek fragrances that balance floral softness with rich, woody, and spicy elements, especially tobacco and pepper notes that add depth and character.
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Outlaw by Barre £85.00
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- Key notes:
- green grass
- honeysuckle
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- leather
“Lay back in the grass, breath of fresh mountain air, alone but one with the universe, the devil’s in the details.”
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Bo by Liis £160.00
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- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- elemi
- incense
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- woody
There is a California artist enclave where residents regularly remove the road signs to get there — a hidden bohemia. Redwood pine, cedar and guaiac wood evoke the coastal forest. Incense, tobacco and vanilla beans bring the town to life. Wear Bo for IYKYK mystique.
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Close-Up by Olfactive Studio £140.00
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- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- cherry
- patchouli
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- unconventional
- woody
A new perfume by Olfactive Studio, a new collaboration between an established photographer and talented perfumer.
Close-up is an intense dark woody gourmand, the signature theme of Annick Menardo (also the nose behind Black for Bulgari, Bois d'Armenie for Guerlain and Lolita Lempicka among others).
The perfume smells boozy and bitter sweet with a cherry liqueur - tonka nuance going through the structure. The opening is cool anise and green coffee which then gradually descends into a very dark heart concocted of rose, honeyed Atlas cedar, patchouli and amber. The perfume turns fresher in the drydown of bright musks.
Incredible longevity on skin.
The artwork: Close Up by Suren Manvelyan.
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The Sniff on Close-up:
"This deep and seductive blend combines lots of rich and multifaceted notes to produce a real dark brown bear of a scent. Not for the timid or faint hearted, Close Up is one for the sophisticated gourmandy types."
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Liqueur Charnelle by Pierre Guillaume Black Collection £140.00
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- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- cognac
- elemi
- pink pepper
- tobacco
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
The five major aromas that give Cognac its unique flavor are vanilla, prune, caramel, orange and apricot. Some can also detects floral and fruity notes in its bouquet, such as dried linden blossom, vine blossom, dry vine shoots and pressed grape with hints of violet and vanilla.
Inspired by this cornucopia of notes, Liqueur Charnelle is a voluptuous, deeply sensual accord in which the perfumer offers a “cognac bouquet” of spices, blond tobacco and powdery woods. Suave and vibrant pink pepper, elemi and black pepper enhance tonka bean and raspberry notes…
Pair this perfume with the indulgent Liqueur Charnelle hand and body wash infused with the same fragrance.
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Pulsation 11.07 by Neydo £80.00
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- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- incense
- sage
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Inspired by the dream of a night that pulses with rhythm and desire. Their hand slides up your arm, slow and electric, and the attraction that fills the air between you is thick enough to drown in. You surge together, drawn by an invisible force, teetering on the edge of something that feels like it could consume you. Then — the sweetness of connection vanishes like smoke. Honeyed spice, glowing fruit, and a whisper of tobacco linger long after the music fades.
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All Black by Insenf £125.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- castoreum
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- incense
- rosemary
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
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Lost In Translation by Maison Matine £60.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- leather
- rosewood
- tobacco
- violet leaf
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
A bait-and-switch perfume that starts sharp and clean with juniper and crisp, metallic violet leaves. Then comes the gentle abyss: a faded haze of tobacco, patchouli and leather swirled with white tea and musk. The message might be lost in translation, but all meaning will be found in the fragrance.
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Silphium by Stora Skuggan £130.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- cloves
- myrrh
- sylphium accord
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- green
- unconventional
Silphium was a plant widely renowned as a spice, medicinal herb and perfume ingredient throughout the empires of classical antiquity, outshining both saffron and cinnamon. It was praised by Greek philosophers and writers, as well as Roman emperors and cookbook authors. The demand for Silphium eventually became so overwhelming that it was harvested to extinction, and the taste and smell of the once greatest spice in the world were lost in time.
This extinct plant was reconstructed by researching assumed relatives of Silphium, using aromachemicals (the molecular building blocks of scents) to create an accord reflecting historical descriptions. This is set against a background of ancient incense, woods and leather.
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Cashmere 100 by Insenf £125.00
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- Key notes:
- heliotrope
- honeysuckle
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- woody
The closer you get, the finer it feels. Orris and honeysuckle mingle in a powdery hush, beckoning the nose towards downy white musk and sandalwood. Vanilla and humid mangrove wood leave a lasting warmth. Projection stays soft, humming quietly — a fine-gauge knit that rests gently on skin. Cashmere is less a perfume than a feeling: a quiet murmur, a soft breath in the warm night.
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Hummingbird by Zoologist £200.00
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- Key notes:
- cherry
- honeysuckle
- lily-of-the-valley
- sandalwood
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
From the ethereal perspective of the exquisitely adorned hummingbird, the world is an endless kaleidoscope of colourful, fragrant blooms offering up their tempting delights. An insatiable desire for sweetness propels the hummingbird as it floats from flower to flower, sampling the nectar with a gentle touch of its delicate tongue. Retreating to its lichen and moss-lined nest, it settles into the cozy cocoon and dreams of sweet ambrosia.
Hummingbird mingles light floral tones with delectable fruity nectars to create a harmonious balance. This diaphanous scent alights upon you in a pastel bouquet of honeysuckle, mimosa, lilac and peonies, with just the lightest dusting of natural sugars found in pear, cherry and honey. A finishing dollop of velvety whipped cream melds the tantalizing notes, completing this irresistible and opulent perfume.
Perfumer: Shelley Waddington
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The Sniff on Hummingbird:
"[it] settles beautifully and as it warms more floral notes develop. There was a strong lilac and something that reminds me of Viburnum – a sweet, almost jasmine-like smell."
About Nirvana Amethyst by Elizabeth and James
- How does Nirvana Amethyst differ from these similar fragrances?
- Nirvana Amethyst uniquely balances oriental floral sweetness with smoky tobacco, cedarwood, and black pepper spice. While these fragrances share some notes, many vary in freshness, smokiness, or floral intensity, providing different interpretations of its core elements.
- Which notes define the character of Nirvana Amethyst?
- The key notes defining Nirvana Amethyst are tobacco, honeysuckle, cedarwood, and black pepper. Tobacco and cedarwood provide a warm, woody base, while honeysuckle adds floral sweetness and black pepper contributes subtle spiciness.
- Are there fragrances here without tobacco or black pepper?
- Yes, Cashmere 100 and Hummingbird share the honeysuckle note but do not include tobacco or black pepper, resulting in fresher, cleaner floral profiles compared to the tobacco-spiced originals.