Malia

The concept dates back to the late XVI Century, in a small town in southern Piedmont, where Church power had reached its peak and any violation of behaviour or established rules was seen with little tolerance. A girl of extraordinary beauty had been chosen because of her rebellious temperament, her lack of regard for public opinion, her curiosity about the world, and her self-confidence, which attracts and frightens. The purifying stake awaited her and the paradox is that the only person capable of showing any pity was her executioner, by giving her a substance that left her unconscious at the crucial moment. The fragrance of Malia, which in Italian means magic or charm, was created by Antonio Alessandria, the same Italian perfumer behind the success of Rudis (that won the Russian FIFI Awards). Following the concept, he imagined the fragrance of a modern and innocent witch, a woman who seduces with a bright smile, who pretends to be a child, but who draws strength from the earth to stun its prey. For this, he chose an unusual flower with a double nature: refreshing, but sweet; delicate, but intoxicating: the osmanthus flower. Its absolute is very used in High Perfumery because it gives very vivid nuances of apricot. When used in more commercial perfumery, it is often exploited to impart fruity nuances (apricots and plums), and sometimes its leathery facets are exploited. Malia has notes of mandarin, velvety fruity notes, pink pepper and marjoram at the output. This accord was created to result in a narcotic effect. Then, the body carries notes of osmanthus, rose, tobacco flower and black pepper. Finally, the base includes vetiver, patchouli, benzoin, oakmoss and musky notes. On the skin, the fragrance of Malia is a true spell. It had everything to be extremely feminine, but the floral and fruity side merges with the spicy peppers and the bitterness of the marjoram, resulting in something confusing and addictive. The rose was worked in the background as the link between the top and bottom of the composition. Tobacco blossom, benzoin and patchouli appear to form a sweeter, almost resinous paste, like those used for incense in the Middle East. Then, the oakmoss brings the indescribable sensation of something moist over a very prominent musk, of those who scream for cleanliness and make us think of shampoo. I have not yet learned to decipher Malia! It is like a pie, whose batter was made with the base notes, denser and darker, and the filling was made with fresh apricots, dipped in musk and seasoned with peppers for simmering over low heat, instead of the cloves we usually put in jams or jellies. It is sweet and bitter at the same time. It gives contrast to the palate, but its scent is divine! On my skin, Malia projects from yards away, leaving a ruthless trail and its lasting is incredible. Another positive point, when dealing with a niche perfumery segment, is the uniqueness. I do not remember feeling similar fragrance until the present moment. I am under a spell!

Such a weird perfume, I’ve never had anything like that! Very mystical indeed. It’s bright, spicy and fresh, and underneath all that spiciness there’s softness and sexiness. I don’t understand it at all, it’s changing all the time. It’s like you see an old witch in a black costume walking towards you. Her head is covered with a hood, you can’t see her face but you’re a bit scared. These are the spicy notes of the peppers, tobacco flower and marjoram. And then deep under that hood you can see the sparkles of her beautiful big eyes. You’re terrified but can’t look away, they’re calling you. These are the sweetness of flowers and fruits, musk and patchouli. This witch is scary yet mesmerizing. I don’t understand this perfume but I can’t stop using it.

This is absolutely my favorite perfume ever. For me, it sits somewhere between several notes that I really like: Spicy, peppery, creamy, fruity, musky, flowery, but never too much of any one thing. It's sensual and delcious, defiant and humorous. It's not like anything else. An Enigma, but not even anyone's idea of an Enigma, that's what an Enigma that it is. There's something that smells similar to hot spiced wine about it. But maybe with a little honey poured in. And drinking that wine out of a pewter mug, next to a coal fire in the cellar of a 14th Century Italian Church. At night. When it's raining outside. In the actual 14th Century.

Big love. It’s truly unique and approachable, not “strange” or hard to wear at all. It has the fruity type notes of Erba Pura/Kirke/Amber Oud Gold but toned down a bit and adds a some indolic florals. But then they cut those saccharine notes with earthy herbs and moss and bright pepper then harmonized with earthy sweet patchouli and resins. With my bottle I get much more tobacco blossom, rose, and musk then is reflected in how others rank those notes. Long lasting with mid projection, thankfully not overwhelming “beast mode” nonsense. Completely unisex despite what the reviews say.

Wow this is just gorgous!! I never thought floral could make a sweet notes! To me this is love at first sight. (Edit 13th Feb 2016) Damn it, i really loved this one, it's like the fresh floral fruits with white linen SMACKED with dusty tobacco that makes me cough a bit but the floral fruits are holding the tobacco back and winning the scene. There is truly peppers, oakmoss, oranges, and some patchouli but none is showed clearly here as the main spotlight is on the folrals, fruits, and the tobaccos. Geniusly done and superbly captivating.

This fragrance is weird and I love it. Very green on me and I don't get the fruity notes but the patchouli in this is divine. Very witchy, a little hippy. I didn't know if I'd like it at first but I find myself thinking about it when I'm not wearing it. Someone posted its a 90's garden witch vibe and it really does have a Practical Magic type feel to it! This scent has a way of turning green notes into a skin scent. It's absolutely magical.

Freshest batch from 2021 opens with a strong hit of nutmeg-y, clove-y spice. Smells like spiced Christmas cider. Somewhat fruity, a little fermented, very, VERY spicy. Pretty linear - doesn't change much on drydown. An extremely unique scent, for someone who's bold and daring. Definitely an attention-getter. Masterfully blended. Good projection and longevity. Overall a 9/10.

Almost gormand but I love it. Sweet dried fruits and osmanthus with a fresh touch. Tobacco flower? maybe just a light hint. In the dry down musks, gorgeous incensey/myhrr nuances (maybe it's the benzoin - but it's wonderfully mastered here) and dried tobacco leaves. Impressive interesting combination of elements. A sweetie spicey flower I would gladly wear.

I have to agree, this is a special perfume and I love the unusual ones. It has both dark and light in it, the theme of the witch is quite fitting. And it perfectly compliments Rudis which I bought also. I think a mixture of those two could be the bomb, I will try that as soon as possible. Very well done!

Wow I did not expect this.... this is probably the most unique spicy sweet yet good smelling feminime perfume I ever smelled. smell: 8 Lengh: 8 Price x quality: worth it

EN. To label "Malia" by Nobile 1942 simply as a women's perfume due to the presence of fruity notes would, in my opinion, be far too reductive. This complex and layered fragrance dares to blend fruity tones and sweet hints of peach, which reign supreme at the peak of the olfactory pyramid. The olfactory journey offered by Malia is unique: although designed for the female audience, it encompasses elements that can be savored by both sexes, asserting itself as an audacious unisex fragrance. However, it is important to note that it may not suit all men, given its intricate and sophisticated character. Malia's top notes welcome you in a refreshing dance of marjoram, fruity hints, pink pepper, and mandarin. These seamlessly merge into the more enveloping heart notes of osmanthus, tobacco flower, black pepper, and rose. The journey concludes in a warm and sensual embrace of base notes: oak moss, vetiver, patchouli, benzoin, and musk. This fragrance is a celebration of sophistication, with a daring twist that makes it simply irresistible. IT. Etichettare "Malia" di Nobile 1942 banalmente come un profumo femminile soltanto per una presenza delle note fruttate risulterebbe a mio avviso troppo riduttivo. Questa fragranza complessa e stratificata osa combinare toni fruttati e dolci accenni di pesca, che regnano supremi al picco della piramide olfattiva. Il viaggio olfattivo offerto da Malia è unico: benché concepito per il pubblico femminile, comprende elementi che possono essere gustati da entrambi i sessi, affermandosi come una fragranza audacemente unisex. Tuttavia, è importante sottolineare che potrebbe non essere adatta a tutti gli uomini, data la sua complessa e sofisticata personalità. Le note di testa di Malia ti accolgono in una danza rinfrescante di maggiorana, accenni fruttati, pepe rosa e mandarino. Queste si fondono senza soluzione di continuità nelle note di cuore più avvolgenti di osmanto, fiore di tabacco, pepe nero e rosa. Il viaggio si conclude in un abbraccio caldo e sensuale di note di base: muschio di quercia, vetiver, patchouli, benzoino e muschio. Questa fragranza è una celebrazione della raffinatezza, con un tocco audace che la rende semplicemente irresistibile.

Malia. A perfume for a woman who needs to please no one but herself. This one is uncompromising and distancing. For a person of character, experienced and strong-minded. Mature, perhaps not exactly approachable but certainly confident and wise. Starts off with bitter marjoram. Tart fruity notes (think freshly picked red berries, especially cranberries) are present until the very end. I smell something dirty, as if wet tobacco leaves, along floral notes of tobacco flower and apricot-like osmanthus, with just a hint of rose. Overall, it makes me think of red wine, drunk in the south of France. Great wines, refined taste, fields and fields of hay, perhaps a cigarette, just for style. This is complex, unapologetic and beautiful in an unconventional way. Unlike anything I've come across yet. Great performance, suitable for any time of the year. Not a safe blind buy.

This scent is so beautiful. Somehow I feel compelled to smell my wrist every couple of minutes, especialy during the first hour after application. It is very long-lasting and with excellent sillage. I am so happy I tested it in a niche perfumery before buying, because for sure it is not a safe blind-buy. I disagree with the statement that it is difficult to wear. I will add though that it may be too strong for the office. It is more suitable for special occasions.

Delicious sweet dried apricots without being syrupy. As Malia warms up she unpockets a soft pack of cigarettes. Mild, light smoke but the scent of the foil wrap on the pack dominates. Fruity and warm with a subtle metallic vein. There are some decent contrasts here but not enough to hold my interest for very long. Soft and delicious with a gently charismatic smile and a wink.

First thing I noticed is a smell of burnt herbs or aromatic wood. Then it becomes warmer, mossy and earthy. It's a good choice if you like your perfume smoky and earthy, but not fond of apothecary notes, vanilla and immortelle. This one is probably good for fall, very calm.

Green, spicy fruity scent, feminine to unisex, not bad!

I tried Nobile 1942's Perdizione yesterday and Malia today. They seem to be closely related, except that Perdizione had a very pronounced sweetness, a kind of honey note that Malia does not. But Malia is fruity, cherried, kind of pleasantly insipid, very spring/summerlike, somewhat feminine but not too much. So far I'm not excited about any of the three samples (Estroverso, Perdizione, Malia) which I ordered from Lucky Scent. They all fall very closely into a category of summery, fruity, sweet.....and forgettable.

This perfume was a disappointment for me. Luckily I only ordered a sample. On my skin, the note of sweet fruits is very prominent, it is very reminiscent of Gucci Rush. If it weren't for the noticeable thyme, the scent would be completely banal. And the last word I could call it is elegant. It reminds me of a multivitamin or fruity room fresheners.

Weird perfume, a combination of fresh medicinal herbs, citrus cleaning notes, macerated fruit and dirty garden gloves. Conceptually I like it, but it’s not wearable as a scent. I do like that Malia is not playing it safe—the definition of niche perfumery.

I was very scared to try this on myself because when I first sniffed it, it screeches of sharp lemon note. It's that cheap citrus car refresher in a stuffy car + smell of car seats. But I carefully sprayed it on my ankle (and looks absolutely insane sniffing it). I am intrigued. It's a journey. For my untrained nose - On paper: There is still that artificial car refresher smell but it's immediately overtook by an aroma that reminds me of a freshly brewed Turkish coffee. Sweet and warm. Slightly burnt sugar comes. I'm obsessed. Then it smells like burnt coffee (or molasses?)... then a really burnt white toast. There's definitely a medicinal cough syrup feeling to it just like what @Yaayyya says. I wish I could try to dissect what I'm smelling, but I don't know most of the listed notes so that's how my nose interpret it. I just pray to the spirits that it smells like freshly brewed coffee + slightly burnt sugar on my skin. But I smell like interior of a car, where you have left medicinal candy sitting there for month so it's gross, dusty and melty. To be fair that sharp lemon note DOES haunt you, I literally have that smell stuck in my head, like a catchy song you don't particularly want to listen to.