Flowerbomb Nectar by Viktor & Rolf
Brand: Viktor & Rolf
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A radiant floral amber warmed by sweet vanilla and tonka, with a smoky gunpowder accent that gives its nectar-like sweetness a captivating edge.
Is Flowerbomb Nectar worth it?
How it smells: Opens with gunpowder, cassis and bergamot, osmanthus and orange blossom at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and tonka bean.
Scent Score: 85/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, versatility 73, layerability 88 and value 89, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells sweet, lasts long and gets compliments. Some say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 29 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
Oriental · Amber Floral
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Women
Key accords: gunpowder, Cassis, Bergamot, Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac
Top Notes
- gunpowder
- Cassis
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Osmanthus
- Orange Blossom
- Jasmine Sambac
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Flowerbomb Nectar by Viktor & Rolf belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A radiant floral amber warmed by sweet vanilla and tonka, with a smoky gunpowder accent that gives its nectar-like sweetness a captivating edge. Flowerbomb Nectar opens with gunpowder, Cassis, and Bergamot. The heart brings Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine Sambac. It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Patchouli.
How to wear Flowerbomb Nectar
On skin, Flowerbomb Nectar by Viktor & Rolf has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Good Girl by Carolina Herrera. Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Good Girl and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Flowerbomb Nectar opens with gunpowder, Cassis, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine Sambac.
It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Flowerbomb Nectar
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, orange blossom, and jasmine sambac.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Good Girl
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and patchouli.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Nomade
Greenwich Village by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cassis and vanilla.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Greenwich Village on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Greenwich Village
So New York by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vanilla.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer So New York on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays So New York
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Figuier Eden by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
Flowerbomb Nectar has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Figuier Eden brings a green contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Figuier Eden on top for green lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Privé Figuier Eden
Privé Orange Méditerranée by Armani
Not Recommended · 32/99
Flowerbomb Nectar has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Orange Méditerranée brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Orange Méditerranée on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Privé Orange Méditerranée
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Another version of Flowerbomb from Viktor & Rolf.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include bergamot, orange blossom, and jasmine sambac.
- Nuit d'Issey by Issey MiyakeBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, tonka bean, and patchouli.
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include bergamot and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Flowerbomb Nectar?
Flowerbomb Nectar opens with gunpowder, Cassis, and Bergamot. The heart brings Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, and Jasmine Sambac. It dries down to Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Patchouli.
How long does Flowerbomb Nectar last, and how strong is it?
Flowerbomb Nectar by Viktor & Rolf has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Flowerbomb Nectar?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Flowerbomb Nectar?
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, orange blossom, and jasmine sambac. Apply Flowerbomb Nectar first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Flowerbomb Nectar : 2 sprays Good Girl.
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