Nude
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into green.
About
Nude by Bill Blass is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Nude was launched in 1991. The nose behind this fragrance is Sophia Grojsman. Top notes are Aldehydes, Galbanum, Rosemary and Bergamot; middle notes are Oakmoss, Narcissus, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Orris Root, Musk, Sandalwood and Vetiver.…
Nose: Sophia Grojsman
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Bill Blass picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Nude smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into green. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, green.
What notes are in Nude?
Top: Aldehydes, Galbanum, Rosemary, Bergamot. Heart: Oakmoss, Narcissus, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Orris Root, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver.
How long does Nude last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Nude loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Nude best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Nude?
Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.
Is Nude for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 47% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Nude?
Composed by Sophia Grojsman. Released in 1991.
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