Nude
fruity up front, then white floral, settling into sweet.
About
Nude by Rihanna is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Nude was launched in 2012. Top notes are Guava, Pear and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Gardenia, Orange Blossom and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Vanilla Orchid, Sandalwood and Musk. Rihanna launches Nude, the third fragrance that bears her name…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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 Rihanna picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Nude smell like?
fruity up front, then white floral, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: fruity, white floral, sweet.
What notes are in Nude?
Top: Guava, Pear, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Gardenia, Orange Blossom, Jasmine Sambac. Base: Vanilla Orchid, Sandalwood, Musk.
How long does Nude last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Nude loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Nude best for?
Spring is the top pick (33%). Summer is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Nude?
Day wear leads at 76%. Night is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Nude for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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