Nº 8
This green aromatic perfume delivers a refreshing blend of citrus and botanical tea notes. Perfect for daytime wear, the composition balances zesty grapefruit with calming sage and earthy vetiver. It is an ideal pick for those who prefer clean, close-to-skin fragrances that feel effortless and bright.
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Performance Metrics
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Stays on the skin for four to five hours. Sillage is intimate to moderate, projecting gently within arm's length, making it ideal for warm climates and close quarters.
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A crisp blend of green tea, fresh ginger, and bitter grapefruit. The texture is dry and breezy, backed by herbal sage, verbena, watery pear, and a clean base of cedar and white musk.
Main Accords
8 MAPPEDThe green and citrus accords dominate early on, showing a bright, grassy profile. Over time, the aromatic and woody accords emerge, shifting the scent from a fizzy citrus tea to a dry, clean cedar finish.
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When to Wear
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It looks easiest to wear in summer and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
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Crisp green tea and ginger note profile
Very clean and inoffensive for office wear
Great cooling effect in hot summer weather
Truly unisex appeal without heavy sweetness
Minimalist bottle and nice presentation packaging
Includes sample sprays in the retail box
Crisp pear and warm cardamom add subtle complexity
Generous retail packaging includes extra samples and a bag
Evocative atmosphere suitable for autumn evening wear
Herbaceous opening with verbena and sage accents
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Longevity is limited to under five hours
Sillage stays very close to the skin
Requires frequent reapplication throughout the day
Citrus notes fade rapidly after the opening
Hard to find at local retail stores
Does not project well in cold winter air
Performance behaves strictly as an EDP despite some extrait labeling
Rapidly depleted bottle volume due to frequent spraying
Very intimate sillage that remains close to the wearer
Floral notes like rose are barely detectable
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“SG79 STHLM Nº 8: Crisp Scandinavian Tea In A Bottle”
The opening of SG79 STHLM Nº 8 hits you with a sharp blast of cold bergamot and bitter grapefruit. Verbena and sage follow immediately, creating a green, slightly medicinal brightness that feels bracing. The cardamom is quiet here, adding just a hint of cool spice rather than the warm sweetness you find in winter gourmands.
Within twenty minutes, the citrus sharpness softens as the green tea note emerges. The heart is where the perfume finds its balance, mixing the dry tea leaves with a watery pear note and a zesty pop of ginger. It smells like a sophisticated, unsweetened iced tea served on a windy afternoon.
On the skin, the fragrance feels incredibly airy. The green notes are clean rather than damp or mossy, avoiding the heavy forest floor feel of classic fougeres. Instead, the composition stays light and mineral, hugging the skin gently.
In terms of wear, this is a daytime scent built for warm weather. It projects about arm's length for the first hour before settling into a soft musk and cedar skin scent that lasts around five hours total. I find it performs best on cotton clothing, which helps hold the fleeting citrus and tea notes a bit longer.
This perfume is a great fit for enthusiasts who appreciate minimalist, natural-smelling fragrances. It avoids the heavy synthetic amberwoods that dominate modern department store shelves, opting instead for a quiet, botanical aesthetic. If you want a loud, room-filling scent, look elsewhere.
Ultimately, Nº 8 is a successful exercise in clean Scandinavian design. It is pleasant, highly wearable, and refreshing. While the performance could be stronger, the scent itself is lovely enough to warrant mid-day reapplication.
FAQs
What does SG79 STHLM Nº 8 smell like?+
The fragrance smells like a cup of iced green tea mixed with fresh citrus slices. It opens with sharp bergamot and grapefruit, then settles into a herbal heart of green tea, ginger, and a subtle pear sweetness. The base is clean cedar and light musk.
How long does SG79 STHLM Nº 8 last on skin?+
On average skin, this scent lasts around four to five hours. The citrus and green tea notes are prominent for the first two hours before the dry wood and musk base takes over as a close skin scent.
Is SG79 STHLM Nº 8 suitable for hot weather?+
Yes, this perfume shines in hot summer weather. The verbena, green tea, and grapefruit notes provide a cooling, refreshing sensation that cuts through heat and humidity without becoming cloying or heavy.
What is the projection and sillage of Nº 8?+
This fragrance has moderate to intimate sillage. It projects about arm's length for the first hour of wear, leaving a subtle citrus tea trail rather than filling up a room, making it perfect for office settings.
Is SG79 STHLM Nº 8 unisex?+
Yes, it is truly unisex. The blend of sage, green tea, ginger, and vetiver avoids heavy floral sweetness or aggressive woodiness, appealing equally to anyone who enjoys clean, aromatic, and botanical scents.
When is the best occasion to wear this perfume?+
It is best suited for casual daytime activities, weekend outings, or quiet date nights during autumn evenings. The herbal tea profile coordinates well with relaxed cotton shirts, knitwear, and breezy outdoor settings.
Can I use SG79 STHLM Nº 8 as a signature scent?+
It works well as a daytime signature scent, especially for spring and summer. Its clean profile of green notes, cardamom, and white musk is inoffensive, modern, and highly versatile for daily tasks.
Does this scent open differently than it dries down?+
The opening is a bright splash of bitter grapefruit, bergamot, and spicy cardamom. As it dries down, the green tea and ginger become the focal point, eventually warming into a soft vetiver and cedar finish.
How does ginger affect the overall scent profile?+
The ginger note adds a mild, fresh spiciness that keeps the green tea and pear from smelling flat. It gives the heart of the perfume a lively, fizzy texture that sits nicely on warm skin.
Is SG79 STHLM Nº 8 a safe blind buy?+
It is relatively safe if you love green tea, verbena, and citrus notes. However, because the performance is moderate rather than beastly, enthusiasts seeking heavy projection should try a sample first.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCORESmells similar to a lighter, more botanical version of Nishane Wulong Cha, or a slightly woodier spin on Elizabeth Arden Green Tea.
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