Nun by Laboratorio Olfattivo
Brand: Laboratorio Olfattivo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Serene and luminous: bergamot, lemon, pear and neroli over white lotus, jasmine and ylang-ylang, on blond woods and amber.
Is Nun worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lemon and pear, lotus and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to woody notes and amber.
Scent Score: 55/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 39, versatility 67, layerability 86 and value 39, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and the office. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Lemon, Pear, Neroli, Lotus, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lemon
- Pear
- Neroli
Heart Notes
- Lotus
- Jasmine
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
Occasions: Daytime, Office
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Nun by Laboratorio Olfattivo belongs to the floral fragrance family. Serene and luminous: bergamot, lemon, pear and neroli over white lotus, jasmine and ylang-ylang, on blond woods and amber. Nun opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Pear, and Neroli. The heart brings Lotus, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Woody Notes, Amber, and Musk.
How to wear Nun
On skin, Nun by Laboratorio Olfattivo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Nun opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Pear, and Neroli.
The heart brings Lotus, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Woody Notes, Amber, and Musk.
What to layer with Nun
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and neroli.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 1 spray Fahrenheit
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and amber.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Naked Neroli by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and neroli.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Naked Neroli on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays Naked Neroli
Pairings to approach with care
The Night by Frédéric Malle
Not Recommended · 30/99
The Night has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. The Night brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Night on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 1 spray The Night
Roses Vanille by Mancera
Not Recommended · 31/99
Roses Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Roses Vanille brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Roses Vanille on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Nun : 1 spray Roses Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include bergamot, lemon, and neroli.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Nun?
Nun opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Pear, and Neroli. The heart brings Lotus, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Woody Notes, Amber, and Musk.
How long does Nun last, and how strong is it?
Nun by Laboratorio Olfattivo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Nun?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and office.
What layers well with Nun?
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and neroli. Apply Nun first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Nun : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.
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