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Penhaligon's

Ninevah

Ninevah by Penhaligon's is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a sweet, fruity composition with a gourmand undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.

indulgent warmthsweet embracegourmand comfortspicy sophisticationpowdery softness
3.56· 27 Ratings
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Launched in 2015 by Penhaligon's, Ninevah is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance that embodies the rich heritage of this British brand founded in 1869. The composition opens with sweet and fruity notes that create an immediate sense of warmth and comfort, leading into a gourmand heart of vanilla that adds depth and indulgence. The warm spicy and amber accords provide a sensual backdrop, while the powdery base brings a soft, enveloping finish.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine5%
Unisex10%
Feminine85%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak0
Weak4.8k
Moderate16.0k
Long0
Eternal8.0k
Sillage
Intimate6.1k
Moderate7.4k
Strong13.6k
Enormous16.0k

Application Tips

Apply Ninevah in light layers for maximum effect; the gourmand heart of vanilla is best experienced close to skin rather than from across the room. The spicy and powdery base notes develop slowly over time, making it ideal for evening wear.

Designer Penhaligon's

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

A cozy living room on a cold winter evening, where the scent of spiced treats and warm vanilla fills the air, creating a sense of immediate comfort.

Fig. 01 — Ninevah, Penhaligon's

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06 · The Room

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