For Women

Bold, artistic, and irresistibly green—Niki de Saint Phalle is a vintage chypre-floral fragrance that merges fresh mint, peach, and aromatic greens with deep woody and leathery undertones for a truly distinctive signature.

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Artemisia, Green Notes, Mint, Bergamot, Peach

• Heart Notes: Carnation, Patchouli, Orris Root, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Cedar

• Base Notes: Oakmoss, Leather, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber

Scent Story
Niki de Saint Phalle opens with a vibrant fusion of cool mint, artemisia, and green notes, softened by the brightness of bergamot and the sweetness of peach—fresh and bold. The floral, woody heart blooms with rose, jasmine, carnation, and ylang-ylang, anchored by patchouli, orris root, and cedar—adding elegance and depth. The fragrance ground to a warm, sophisticated base of oakmoss, leather, sandalwood, musk, and amber—a lasting trail that’s as artistically layered as its creator.

Wearability & Lifestyle
Perfect for strong daytime statements or refined evening presence—especially in cooler seasons. A thoughtful complement to structured tailoring, artsy attire, or avant-garde expressions. A gentle mist on pulse points or into your hair ensures a memorable and confident aura.

Quick Specs

• Brand: Niki de Saint Phalle

• Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette

• Launch Year: 1982

• Fragrance Family: Chypre Floral

• Recommended Use: Day-to-Evening · Fall–Winter · Bold & Artistic

Why You’ll Love It
Niki de Saint Phalle is more than a scent—it’s a fragrant work of art. Confident, complex, and intriguing, it’s designed for the modern woman with creative flair and an unapologetic presence.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does Niki de Saint Phalle smell like?

Niki de Saint Phalle smells green, bold, floral, woody, and leathery. It opens with artemisia, green notes, mint, bergamot, and peach before moving into carnation, patchouli, orris root, rose, jasmine, ylang ylang, and cedar. The dry down adds oakmoss, leather, sandalwood, musk, and amber for a deep, artistic finish.

What is the scent personality of Niki de Saint Phalle?

Niki de Saint Phalle has a creative, confident, and distinctive scent personality. It feels artistic, vintage inspired, complex, and elegant, making it perfect for women who enjoy bold chypre floral perfumes with green depth.

Is Niki de Saint Phalle sweet?

Niki de Saint Phalle is only lightly sweet from peach and florals. It is more green, earthy, woody, mossy, and leathery, with mint, artemisia, oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood, musk, and amber giving it a sophisticated edge.

How long does Niki de Saint Phalle last?

Niki de Saint Phalle Eau de Toilette offers good longevity. Its oakmoss, leather, sandalwood, patchouli, musk, and amber base helps the fragrance linger with a rich and memorable trail.

Does Niki de Saint Phalle project strongly?

Niki de Saint Phalle has moderate projection. It creates a bold green chypre trail that feels noticeable, confident, and refined without becoming overwhelming when applied lightly.

What is Niki de Saint Phalle best for?

Niki de Saint Phalle is best for refined daytime wear, artistic occasions, cooler weather, evening presence, and moments when you want a perfume that feels bold, elegant, and unforgettable.

What season is best for Niki de Saint Phalle?

Niki de Saint Phalle is especially fitting for fall and winter because the oakmoss, leather, sandalwood, patchouli, amber, musk, and green notes feel richer in cooler air.

Who would enjoy Niki de Saint Phalle?

Niki de Saint Phalle is ideal for women who love vintage chypre floral perfumes with green freshness, mossy depth, leather warmth, woods, florals, and a distinctive artistic character.

Is Niki de Saint Phalle a compliment getting perfume?

Yes. Niki de Saint Phalle can be a compliment getting perfume because it smells unique, elegant, bold, and memorable. Its green floral chypre structure creates a sophisticated trail that stands apart from softer everyday perfumes.

Can Niki de Saint Phalle be worn at night?

Yes. Niki de Saint Phalle can be worn at night, especially for dinners, creative events, upscale gatherings, and cooler weather occasions where a distinctive fragrance feels appropriate.

Is Niki de Saint Phalle authentic?

Yes. Authentic Niki de Saint Phalle delivers the bold green chypre opening, floral woody heart, and deep mossy leather finish the fragrance is known for. Buying from a trusted fragrance retailer helps ensure you receive a genuine designer perfume.