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Ex Nihilo · Sold as unisex
Collection Signature
The quiet confidence of a well-worn leather jacket in an upscale city café, where the aroma of cacao and spices intertwine with subtle floral notes.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Collection SignatureLuxury · $250+
51%Similar accords, often for lessGourmand Leather 2019 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 3 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Collection Signature by Ex Nihilo was launched in 2018, capturing the brand's ethos of avant-garde creativity and refined luxury. The fragrance opens with a bright citrus burst from bergamot that cuts through the richness of cacao and leather, creating an intriguing tension between freshness and depth. The heart notes of iris and narcissus add a subtle floral warmth, while warm spices and yellow florals lend complexity to the composition. A powdery and animalic base rounds out the scent, grounding it with earthy sophistication.
Apply Collection Signature to pulse points and let it settle for about five minutes. The citrus top notes dissipate quickly, making way for the rich base notes that develop over time. It’s best worn in cooler weather when the warmth of leather and cacao can be fully appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Collection Signature, Ex Nihilo
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The originalCollection SignatureEx Nihilo · Luxury · $250+Zara · 2019Gourmand Leather 2019All 3 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 4.32 (250)43%Match
Dior · 2011Dior HommeShares 4 of its 9 notes$100–250★ 4.42 (6,809)50%Match
Zara · 2022Gourmand Leather Nº0059All 3 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 4.26 (182)48%Match
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 28%.