The Nightingale Dixit & Zak by Dixit & Zak

The Nightingale Dixit & Zak

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2021

At a glance

Is The Nightingale Dixit & Zak worth trying?

The Nightingale by Dixit & Zak is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
woody, white floral, aromatic with Jasmine, Jasmine Sambac, Indian Jasmine
woody white floral aromatic

The first impression

The Nightingale by Dixit & Zak is a fragrance for women and men. The Nightingale was launched in 2021. The Nightingale was created by Nitish Dixit and Zakir Laskar. Top notes are Jasmine, Jasmine Sambac, Indian Jasmine, Lemon, Orange Blossom and Bergamot; middle notes are Tulsi, Patchouli, Lavender, Ylang-Ylang, May Rose and Rose; base notes are Sandalwood, Virginia Cedar, Myrrh, Vetiver, Olibanum, Civet and Vanilla.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
white floral 85%
aromatic 70%
citrus 60%
warm spicy 50%
amber 40%
powdery 35%
fresh spicy 30%
balsamic 25%
patchouli 20%

The perfumer behind it

Nitish Dixit

Nitish Dixit

Nitish Dixit is a perfumer and co-founder of the brand Dixit & Zak, known for rich, complex fragrances inspired by Indian traditions. His catalog includes scents like Ghaliyah Reflection, Brindaban, Charbagh, Emperor Hind, Emperor’s Court, Ghaliyah Hind, Hindi Tabac, and Kashmir Nuit. Dixit's work often features oud, spices, and floral elements, reflecting a deep connection to Indian perfumery heritage.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Jasmine Jasmine
Jasmine Sambac Jasmine Sambac
Indian Jasmine Indian Jasmine
Lemon Lemon
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Tulsi Tulsi
Patchouli Patchouli
Lavender Lavender
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
May Rose May Rose
Rose Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Virginia Cedar Virginia Cedar
Myrrh Myrrh
Vetiver Vetiver
Olibanum Olibanum
Civet Civet
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of The Nightingale Dixit & Zak

Essence

The Mystic seeks the sublime, weaving magic from the mundane. The Nightingale’s opulent jasmine bouquet and smoky myrrh evoke a temple at dusk-where the earthly and divine collide. This fragrance is a whispered incantation, rich with olibanum and vanilla’s sacred warmth.

Style & Aesthetic

They drape themselves in flowing silks and antique jewelry, their wardrobe a tapestry of cultures. The scent’s sandalwood and cedar base grounds their ethereal florals, much like their ability to balance mysticism with tangible beauty.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the unseen. Tulsi and patchouli in the heart note speak to their reverence for nature’s secrets, while civet adds a provocative edge-a reminder that even mystics harbor earthly desires.

Relationships

They attract devotees, not mere companions. The Nightingale’s strong sillage ensures they’re unforgettable, though their lavender and rose nuances suggest a tenderness beneath the enigma.

Lifestyle

Their rituals are deliberate: moonlit meditations, tarot readings by candlelight. The fragrance’s longevity mirrors their enduring influence, lingering long after they’ve left the room.

Shadow

Their allure can tip into manipulation. The animalic civet warns of a darkness beneath the spiritual veneer-a willingness to enchant, not always benignly.

Conclusion

The Nightingale is for those who walk between worlds, a scent that hums with the promise of revelation and the weight of ancient wisdom.

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