Roja Parfums NuWa

for women

Roja Parfums NuWa is a rich Oriental floral for women, mixing bright citrus with creamy white florals, spice, and warm woods for dressed-up wear.

Roja Parfums NuWa

Roja Parfums NuWa

3.4 oz Perfume Extract Spray
$762.00 USD
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Roja Parfums NuWa
$762.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Roja Parfums NuWa is a dressier Oriental floral built around bright citrus, lush white florals, warm spice, and a deep woody base. It starts lively, then settles into a richer, more enveloping style with vanilla, sandalwood, and resinous warmth that feels especially right at night. Best for cooler weather, evenings out, and formal plans, it suits someone who enjoys a feminine scent with presence rather than something airy, casual, or barely there.

Accords

Floral
Oriental
Citrus
Warm Spicy
Woody
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A Scent For

This fits someone who enjoys clearly feminine florals with warmth, spice, and a fuller finish rather than anything sheer or minimal. It makes sense for a shopper wanting a polished evening scent for dinners, events, or intimate nights out, especially if soft vanilla and woody depth appeal more than crisp freshness. Many wearers describe it as rich and glamorous. Less ideal if you want a casual daytime signature or something quiet and barely noticeable.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
5/5
Eternal

When and Where

NuWa makes the most sense in Fall, Winter, and cooler Spring weather, especially at night. It feels right for date nights, evening events, and formal settings where a richer floral can settle in and show its depth. With its strong longevity and noticeable trail, it can feel too much for hot weather, gym wear, or very close office spaces. This is better for slower, dressed-up moments than rushed daytime errands.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Lemon
Lemon

Middle Notes

Jasmine
Jasmine
May Rose
May Rose
Orange Blossom
Orange Blossom
Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-Ylang

Base Notes

Benzoin
Benzoin
Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Clove
Clove
Labdanum
Labdanum
Musk
Musk
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
Patchouli
Patchouli
Pink Pepper
Pink Pepper
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Vanilla
Vanilla

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Bright lemon and bergamot give NuWa a crisp, sparkling start, but this is not a light citrus scent for long. Almost immediately, the freshness is wrapped in plush floral richness from jasmine, rose, orange blossom, and ylang-ylang, giving it a dressed-up, unmistakably feminine feel. The overall impression is elegant and full rather than sharp or sporty, with a warm undercurrent already showing through beneath the citrus lift.

How it develops

As it settles, the floral heart becomes creamier and more rounded, while the base adds real depth. Vanilla and sandalwood bring softness, benzoin and labdanum add a resin-like warmth, and patchouli gives an earthy darkness that keeps it from turning sugary. Cinnamon, clove, and pink pepper add a noticeable spicy edge. On skin, it moves from bright to rich and stays substantial, with strong staying power and a clear presence around you.

History

NuWa launched in 2014 from Roja Parfums. Within the brand’s lineup, it sits in the more opulent, evening-leaning side of the range, built around a classic Oriental floral structure rather than a casual fresh style. The composition pairs citrus and white florals with spice, woods, and resinous warmth, making it a more formal, statement-making option for shoppers who enjoy traditional richness with modern polish.

Perfumier

Roja Dove

Country of Origin

United Kingdom

Year Created

2014

Our Verdict

Buy NuWa if you want an evening floral with real depth, warmth, and staying power rather than a light fresh scent. Skip it if you prefer understated daytime fragrances or anything especially airy, casual, and low-impact.

The Closest Scents to Roja Parfums NuWa

NuWa captivates with its opulent floral Oriental blend of jasmine, rose, and ylang-ylang over a warm, spicy base. This edit explores that rich, seductive territory, featuring fragrances that share its lavish floral heart and amber warmth. Each recommendation offers its own twist, from animalic depth to powdery elegance, ensuring variety while honoring the source's lavish character.

Francesca Bianchi Lost in Heaven

Francesca Bianchi Lost in Heaven

for women and men
$130.00

Lost in Heaven shares NuWa's lavish floral Oriental foundation, with jasmine, rose, and ylang-ylang creating a similar opulent heart. Where NuWa leans warm and spicy, this one turns animalic and sweet, driven by castoreum and tonka bean. The peach top note adds a fruity brightness that NuWa lacks, making it feel more carnal and indulgent.

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Animalic
Amber
Floral
Woody
Sweet
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany

for women
$95.00

Tiffany echoes NuWa's rich floral core of jasmine and rose, but it brightens the composition with a citrus burst of lemon and mandarin. The base is muskier and less spicy, with vetiver adding a green edge. This makes Tiffany feel more polished and clean, while NuWa is deeper and more resinous.

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Floral
Woody
Citrus
Musky
Amber
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Sisley Soir de Lune

Sisley Soir de Lune

for women
$214.00

Soir de Lune matches NuWa's floral opulence with jasmine, rose, and ylang-ylang, but it sits in a Chypre structure with moss and honey. The top notes are spicier, featuring coriander and nutmeg, while NuWa's spice is more cinnamon and clove. This one feels more classical and honeyed, less Oriental.

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Floral
Chypre
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Honey
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night
Roja Parfums Danger

Roja Parfums Danger

for women
$241.00

Danger shares NuWa's Oriental floral character, with jasmine and ylang-ylang prominent, but it adds a prominent peach note in the heart. The base is clove and tonka bean, giving a spicier, more gourmand profile. NuWa is more resinous with labdanum and benzoin; Danger feels brighter and fruitier.

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Citrus
Floral
Woody
Powdery
Musky
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

VIII Rococo Magnolia features a floral heart like NuWa's, but its magnolia and carnation bring a different, more powdery floralcy. The spice comes from cinnamon and clove, similar to NuWa, yet it lacks the rich Oriental base, using cashmeran and moss instead. It feels more aromatic and less dense.

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Floral
Warm Spicy
Citrus
Woody
Aromatic
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Dior Poison Girl

Dior Poison Girl

for women
$120.00

Poison Girl aligns with NuWa's sweet floral Oriental profile, but it replaces the complex floral bouquet with a focus on rose and orange blossom. The base is almond and vanilla, making it more gourmand and less spicy. NuWa's warm spice gives it a darker, more sophisticated feel; Poison Girl is sweeter and more playful.

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Sweet
Vanilla
Citrus
Floral
Amber
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama

Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama

for women and men
$349.00

Pikovaya Dama shares NuWa's Oriental floral structure, but it introduces aldehydes and a powdery iris note, shifting the feel toward vintage elegance. The spice is nutmeg and coriander rather than cinnamon and clove. It is less sweet than NuWa, with a woody, musky base that feels more austere and refined.

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Powdery
Floral
Aldehydic
Woody
Musky
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night

Voulez-Vous Coucher Avec Moi echoes NuWa's rich floral heart with tuberose and rose, but it is more linear and focused on white florals. The base is cedar and vanilla, lacking NuWa's spicy complexity. It feels more straightforwardly seductive and less layered, with a creamy, sweet dry down.

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White Floral
Floral
Sweet
Woody
Vanilla
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Tom Ford Velvet Orchid

Tom Ford Velvet Orchid

for women
$161.00

Velvet Orchid matches NuWa's lavish floral Oriental character, with jasmine and rose joined by honey and rum. The base is suede and myrrh, adding a leathery, balsamic quality. NuWa is spicier with pink pepper and clove; Velvet Orchid is sweeter and more boozy, with a warmer, softer finish.

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Floral
Sweet
White Floral
Honey
Warm Spicy
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier

for men
$138.00

Jean Paul Gaultier shares NuWa's Oriental warmth, but it is a masculine aromatic with lavender and mint in the top. The floral heart is orange blossom, not the complex bouquet of NuWa. The base is similar with sandalwood and tonka bean, yet it is fresher and less sweet, making it a lighter take on the Oriental theme.

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Aromatic
Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Sweet
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Everyday
Everyday

Love in White for Summer is a lighter floral cousin to NuWa, with magnolia and rice instead of the rich jasmine and rose. It lacks NuWa's spicy base, using ambergris and apple for a fresh, airy finish. This one is for daytime and warmer weather, while NuWa is for evening and cooler seasons.

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Floral
Fruity
Fresh
Woody
Musky
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office

Love, Don't Be Shy shares NuWa's sweet Oriental floral character, with orange blossom and jasmine, but it is intensely gourmand with caramel and sugar. The base is civet and labdanum, adding an animalic edge that NuWa lacks. It feels more playful and candy-like, while NuWa is more refined and spicy.

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Sweet
White Floral
Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party