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Citrus fragrances are often grouped together as though they all offer the same experience: bright, fresh, clean and suitable for warm weather. In reality, citrus is one of the most flexible starting points in perfumery. It can become crisp and musky, green and herbal, floral and elegant, woody and mineral, salty and aquatic, sweet and fruity, or smooth and creamy. The citrus opening may remain the main focus, or it may act as a doorway into vetiver, leather, tea, amber, vanil

Citrus fragrances are often described as bright, refreshing and easy to wear—but the citrus family is far more varied than a simple splash of lemon or orange. A fragrance can begin with sparkling citrus and gradually move in a greener, more herbal direction. Mint can make it feel cooler. Lavender and basil can add a polished barbershop character. Moss, vetiver and aromatic herbs can turn freshness into something more structured, refined and distinctly gentlemanly. That is the

Nishane: the Istanbul house that turned extrait perfumery into its own language Nishane is one of the most recognizable modern perfume houses to come out of Istanbul. Founded by Mert Güzel and Murat Katran, the brand describes itself as the first Istanbul-based niche perfume house celebrated globally for its artistic point of view. Even that short statement tells you a lot about the brand: Nishane does not present perfume as a basic accessory, but as a form of creative expres