Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar has built a loyal following for its sun-soaked, tropical gourmand style. It is listed at around £126 at Space NK UK, which is a lot to pay for a scent that so many people want to wear on repeat, especially as the nights draw in and we all crave something cosy and sweet.
What does Miami Nectar actually smell like?
Space NK describes it as a tropical-paradise eau de parfum and names its key ingredients:
- Pineapple: a juicy, sparkling fruity opening
- Coconut water: a soft, creamy, slightly salty-sweet heart
- Vanilla: a smooth, warm gourmand base
Overall it reads as a sweet, sunny, holiday-in-a-bottle fragrance rather than a heavy winter scent.
Why people look for a Miami Nectar dupe
Gourmand fragrances are the most-worn style on social media right now, and niche prices make it hard to own more than one. A dupe lets you enjoy the same tropical pineapple, coconut and vanilla idea at a fraction of the cost, and a small bottle or sample means you can try it before committing.
Introducing Pina Colada — Insp by Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar
Pina Colada is our Extrait de Parfum take on that tropical gourmand direction: pineapple and coconut sweetness resting on a creamy vanilla base. It comes in five sizes: 5ml sample £14.99, 12ml oil roller £19.99, 15ml £19.99, 30ml £34.99 and 50ml £44.95. It is best for anyone who loves sweet, fruity, easy-to-wear scents, for holidays, brunches and cheering up a grey day.
Being upfront about the comparison
No inspired-by fragrance is an exact clone or replica of the original. Pina Colada is our own composition inspired by the same tropical gourmand idea, so expect a similar mood rather than an identical match. If you want to be sure, the 5ml sample is the easiest way to test it on your own skin.
Longevity and projection
Extrait de Parfum concentrations generally have a higher oil content than lighter strengths, so many people find they last well and sit close to the skin to moderately projecting. Results vary with skin chemistry, application and weather, so we do not promise a set number of hours. Spraying onto moisturised skin helps.
The verdict
If you love the idea of Miami Nectar but not the price, Pina Colada is a sweet, sunny, low-risk way to try the style. Start with the sample, then upgrade to the 50ml if it becomes a favourite.
Shop Pina Colada — Insp by Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar
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Ellis Brooklyn and Miami Nectar are registered trademarks of their respective owner. D&E Fragrances is an independent UK fragrance brand and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Ellis Brooklyn. "Pina Colada" is our own original composition, inspired by the tropical gourmand style that Miami Nectar helped popularise.