Smart Collection Sublime (100ml) 1. Description

“Sublime” from Smart Collection is positioned as a value-oriented full-size fragrance (100 ml) that aims to offer a rich, luxurious feel at a more accessible price. It is marketed with phrases like “sensational fragrance… a floral, woody fragrance infused in the exotic gourmand scents … a very sensual and aromatic scent that everyone who has taste for good perfumes will love.”

In other words: it’s intended to deliver a bold, somewhat statement-oriented scent rather than a purely lightweight everyday spray.

2. Format

Size: 100 ml bottle, Eau de Parfum (EDP) strength. (Retail listings show “100ml EDP” for the variant)

Presentation: Standard Smart Collection style packaging — a full-size bottle at an affordable price.

Availability: Sold via Nigerian online retailers among others; for example listed on Jumia Nigeria.

3. Sensory Profile

Top Notes (Opening):

According to listings for this “Sublime” variant (sometimes labelled “Bade’e Al Oud Sublime” in Smart Collection line) the top notes are: Apple, Lychee (Litchi), Rose.

This suggests a fresh-fruity floral start: juicy apple + exotic lychee + rose.

Middle / Heart Notes:

Heart notes are listed as Plum and Jasmine.

So we get a richer fruity/floral mid-phase: plum adds depth, jasmine adds luminous floral.

Base Notes (Dry-Down):

Base notes given include Moss, Vanilla, Patchouli.

This base suggests a warm, woody/mossy finish with sweet vanilla nuance and a touch of richness from patchouli.

Overall Impression:

A fragrance that opens bright and fruity (apple, lychee), turns into a somewhat rich floral-fruity heart (plum, jasmine) and concludes with a woody-mossy-vanilla base.

The style leans more into “sweet/floral” rather than ultra-clean or minimal; it offers presence and character.

According to user commentary:

“Sublime is great… “Love the Apple smell. Lasted all day and night”
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Others said: “Very feminine imo… the initial spray is nice enough… very intense red berry smell … after it settles down the sweetness has a musky undertone that almost smells like hay or manure or something…”

So there is some variation in perception depending on skin type, environment and preference.

4. Wear & Suggestion

Best For:

Evening outings, social events, perhaps date nights — when you want a scent that stands out.

Cooler weather or indoor air-conditioned settings could work better given the richness of the base.

Also fine for daytime wear if you like fuller scents and moderate application.

Seasonality:

Fall/winter or cooler evenings: The warmth of the base (vanilla/moss/patchouli) will shine.

In warm/humid climates (like Lagos), to avoid overwhelming, you might apply fewer sprays and perhaps use it later in the day (evening) rather than peak heat hours.

Longevity & Projection:

Based on user feedback: Some reported good staying power (all day & night) for Sublime.

However results may vary (as noted by some users).

Expect moderate to good longevity for a budget EDP — maybe 5-7 hours on skin, likely longer on clothes.

Projection moderate to noticeable; given the fruity-sweet opening it may draw attention.

How to Wear:

Start with 2-3 sprays (neck, chest, wrists) for moderate use.

In warmer/humid conditions: consider 1-2 sprays and perhaps a mist on outer clothing rather than skin.

Pair with evening attire or smart-casual wear; darker colours or soft textures complement richer scents.

Avoid layering with very strong scented lotions/aftershaves — the fragrance already has character.

5. Helpful Tips

Moisturize skin before applying to help the scent adhere and last longer (unscented lotion recommended).

Spray on clothing for extended wear (but test fabric for possible staining or scent-absorbency).

Store away from heat & sunlight, especially in Nigeria’s climate — heat can degrade fragrance.

Test first if possible: Because some users feel it leans more feminine or very sweet, you might want to try a sample in your setting before heavy use.

“Found sublime to be very generic fruity shampoo smelling. It was too feminine and soapy for me.”

Moderate usage in warm weather: In hot/humid weather, strong sweet or rich scents may become heavy. Less is more.

Be realistic with expectations: While Smart Collection offers good value, performance (complexity, nuance) may not rival high-end designer/niche versions. But for the price you may get great wear and compliments.

Occasion awareness: This may not be ideal for very casual sporty wear or extremely hot outdoor daytime events if you prefer light scents — consider your environment.

Ensure authenticity & good condition: When buying from local sellers, check that the bottle, cap, box, label look consistent and the seal intact. Some budget lines have variable batch quality.