unisex
Grossmith
Shem el Nessim
Perfumer:Trevor Nicholl
Main Accords
powderywoodyvanillairisfloralfresh spicywhite floralaromaticcitrusrose
Head Notes:Neroli, Bergamot
Heart Notes:Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang, Geranium, Jasmine, Rose
Lasting Impressions:Heliotrope, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk, Patchouli, Cedar
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Overall Rating
4.4/5Based on 18 votes
Sillage
Moderate
IntimateModerateStrong
Longevity
9 hours
0 hr6 hr12 hr+
Behind the making
About this fragrance
Shem el Nessim by Grossmith Shem - el- Nessim by Grossmith is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. The nose behind this fragrance is Trevor Nicholl. Top notes are Neroli and Bergamot; middle notes are Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang, Geranium, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Heliotrope, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk, Patchouli and Cedar. Shem-el-Nessim, which is Arabic for “smelling the breeze,” got its name after the summer festiv....
Launch Year—
ConcentrationEau de Parfum
PerfumerTrevor Nicholl
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Shem-el-Nessim is celebrated for its vintage charm and luxurious composition, evoking a sense of nostalgia with its floral and powdery notes. Many reviewers appreciate its complexity and elegance, comparing it favorably to other classic fragrances like L'Heure Bleue, although its high price tag is a common concern.
What people love
Rich, complex floral and powdery compositionNostalgic and vintage appealHigh-quality ingredients and craftsmanship
Common Concerns
High price pointMay be too old-fashioned for someReports of skin chemistry issues leading to unexpected scents
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