/l Nasengold

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017

At a glance

Is /l Nasengold worth trying?

/L by Nasengold is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, smoky, woody with elemi, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange

The first impression

/L by Nasengold is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. /L was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Christian Plesch. Top notes are elemi, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Ginger, Cardamom and Thyme; middle notes are Violet, Magnolia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orange Blossom and Orris Root; base notes are Smoke, Olibanum, Suede, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Amber and Cedar.

What shapes the scent

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

The perfumer behind it

Christian Plesch

Christian Plesch

Christian Plesch is a perfumer known for his work with brands like Glamfume, Mark Birley, and Nasengold. He has created a range of fragrances including True Story Men Glamfume and Charles Street Mark Birley. His compositions for Nasengold include #s, /l, :p, and G. Plesch's style often balances modern and classic elements.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

elemi elemi
Bergamot Bergamot
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Ginger Ginger
Cardamom Cardamom
Thyme Thyme

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Violet Violet
Magnolia Magnolia
Lily-of-the-Valley Lily-of-the-Valley
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Orris Root Orris Root

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Smoke Smoke
Olibanum Olibanum
Suede Suede
Vetiver Vetiver
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Amber Amber
Cedar Cedar

The mood it creates

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of /l Nasengold

Essence

/l Nasengold channels the Mystic, a seeker of truths hidden in smoke and shadow. Elemi and olibanum evoke sacred rituals, while violet and magnolia lend an otherworldly delicacy. They move through life as if half in a dream, the fragrance's smoky-woody trail marking their passage between worlds.

Style & Aesthetic

They dress in layers-sheer black over ivory silk, a nod to the contrast between smoke and lily-of-the-valley. Silver jewelry catches light like distant stars, and their hair often carries the faintest trace of sandalwood incense. Their home is a sanctuary of low lighting and curated oddities.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the unseen, the spaces between notes where meaning gathers. The interplay of citrus brightness and balsamic depth mirrors their conviction that enlightenment requires both clarity and surrender. Time is cyclical, marked by seasons of introspection and revelation.

Relationships

They attract fellow seekers, relationships built on shared silences as much as conversation. Lovers are drawn to their enigmatic presence, a puzzle wrapped in suede and orange blossom. Friendships are deep but few, requiring patience to navigate their occasional retreats into solitude.

Lifestyle

Dawn is their sacred hour, spent journaling or practicing tai chi as bergamot light filters through curtains. Evenings might find them at avant-garde theater or a hidden speakeasy, the cedar and vetiver base notes grounding their ethereal nature. They collect tarot decks and rare incenses.

Shadow

Their detachment can tip into isolation, mistaking solitude for wisdom. The magnolia's fleeting bloom reminds them that even mystics need earthly anchors.

Conclusion

/l is the Mystic's sigil, a fragrance that bridges realms. Its aromatic-smoky heart beats to the rhythm of ancient truths, inviting those who dare to listen closely.