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Shyamala MaisondieuThe nose · 63 fragrances · also made The Most Wanted ParfumPortrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Ex Nihilo · Sold as unisex
Atlas Fever
The hushed intimacy of a library at twilight, where smoky incense and warm woods envelop you in a cocoon of scent.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Atlas FeverLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessAmber Empire · AtkinsonsPremium tier, $100–250 · shares incense, vanilla and sandalwood8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2017 by Ex Nihilo, Atlas Fever is a woody vanilla fragrance created by perfumer Shyamala Maisondieu. This composition opens with the rich warmth of incense and red berries before transitioning to a heart of narcissus and vanilla, which adds a sweet yet sophisticated note. The base notes of tonka bean, sandalwood, oak, guaiac wood, and cedar create a smoky, balsamic foundation that is both comforting and complex. Atlas Fever embodies the brand's commitment to avant-garde creativity and refined luxury.
Atlas Fever has a long-lasting base that builds gradually on the skin. Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points — it's best experienced close to the body rather than diffused into the air. This fragrance is particularly suited for evenings, when its smoky and vanilla notes can truly shine.
Fig. 01 — Atlas Fever, Ex Nihilo
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Shyamala Maisondieu
Malaysia to IdôleShyamala Maisondieu was born in Malaysia to a Malay and Indian family, moving to London for her education before discovering her talent for fragrance while living in Hong Kong.
Designer Ex Nihilo
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 46%, disliked or hated by 9%.