Crème Ébène
“Crème Ébène by Nicolai Parfumeur Createur is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a woody, warm spicy composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Patricia de Nicolai's Crème Ébène by Nicolai Parfumeur Créateur is a complex and nuanced fragrance that weaves together the warmth of spices with the richness of woods and powdery vanilla. Launched in 2025, this unisex parfum opens with saffron and cardamom, creating an intense and spicy top note that cuts through the sweetness of dates and white flowers. The heart reveals a harmonious blend of Atlas cedar and sandalwood, grounded by patchouli and vanilla, which give way to a powdery, leathery base. This composition is both sophisticated and intimate, capturing the essence of a modern elegance.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
This parfum has a long-lasting base, so one or two sprays on pulse points will allow it to develop fully. The spicy top notes are intense but fleeting, giving way to the rich heart and base notes over time. Best applied in cooler weather when the warmth of the composition is most appreciated.
Patricia de Nicolai
Founding perfumer · 2 fragrances · French
Patricia de Nicolaï is a French perfumer who works as the head of her own perfume company Parfums de Nicolai. She is also a member of the technical committee of the French Society of Perfumers and the president of the Osmothèque scent archive.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet moment after a day's work, when the last light of the sun filters through the window and you reach for something that feels like home.
Fig. 01 — Crème Ébène, Nicolai Parfumeur Createur
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