Juniper BerriesOpens with
Lily-of-the-ValleyHeart
White MuskDries down to
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Cologne 352
The brisk clarity of a morning walk through a misty forest, where the crispness of lemon and juniper is softened by the subtle floral notes of lily-of-the-valley.
Juniper BerriesTop
Italian LemonTopLily-of-the-ValleyHeart
Orange BlossomHeart
RoseHeartWhite MuskBase+2Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Cologne 352Luxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessBlue Cedrat · Comme des GarconsPremium tier, $100–250 · shares juniper berries, italian lemon and rose8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo is a fresh aromatic fragrance created by Jacques Huclier in 2014. The composition opens with the invigorating zest of Italian lemon and juniper berries, followed by a heart of lily-of-the-valley and orange blossom that brings an ethereal floral quality. This contrast gives way to a warm woody base of white cedar extract and guaiac wood, anchored by musky undertones.
Ex Nihilo is known for its avant-garde approach to luxury perfumery, and Cologne 352 embodies this ethos with its modern take on classic citrus and floral notes. The fragrance strikes a balance between freshness and warmth, making it suitable for both day and night.
Start with one or two sprays to allow the citrus top notes to fully bloom before the woody base settles in. Cologne 352's fresh aromatic profile works best during cooler weather, where it can cut through without becoming too overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Cologne 352, Ex Nihilo
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Jacques Huclier
The nose behind A*MenJacques Huclier is a senior perfumer trained at ISIPCA who began his career at Haarmann & Reimer (now Symrise), mentored by Olivier Cresp and Pierre Bourdon, before moving through Quest and returning to Givaudan in 2003.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 11%.