Afrika Olifant
“Afrika Olifant by Nishane is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a amber, buy nishane at luckyscent composition with a musky undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2015 by Nishane, Afrika Olifant is a unisex fragrance that channels the essence of the African savanna through its complex blend of notes and accords. Perfumer Jorge Lee has crafted this composition around an animalic and smoky heart, with myrrh, civet, and castoreum lending it a raw, primal quality. The base notes of leather and oud create a smoky warmth that evokes the vast savanna under the sun, while powdery musk and ambergris add depth and comfort.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Afrika Olifant to pulse points for a strong presence that lasts through the day. The animalic notes are powerful but blend well over time, making it ideal for evening wear or cooler weather when you want a subtle yet distinct aroma.
Jorge Lee
Founding perfumer · 29 fragrances
Designer Nishane
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The story behind the bottle.
The golden hour on a vast African savanna, where smoky campfires mix with the scent of wild leather and warm amber.
Fig. 01 — Afrika Olifant, Nishane
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