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Ex Nihilo · Sold as unisex
Nocturama
A late-night rendezvous in a dimly lit café, where the aroma of freshly ground coffee mingles with warm spices and hints of leather.
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NocturamaLuxury · $250+
41%Similar accords, often for lessEau de Narcisse Bleu · HermèsPremium tier, $100–250 · shares narcissus and bergamot8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Nocturama by Ex Nihilo is an Oriental fragrance for both women and men, crafted by perfumer Yann Vasnier. This composition opens with a bright citrus note that quickly gives way to the warmth of spicy accords and yellow florals. The heart reveals a rich cacao aroma, which contrasts beautifully with subtle hints of leather and green notes. As it settles into its woody base, Nocturama exudes an animalic depth that brings a sense of mystery and intrigue.
Apply Nocturama sparingly to let its rich layers unfold over time. The citrus opening fades quickly, making way for the deeper notes that bloom throughout the day. Best worn in cooler evenings when the warmth of its base notes can be fully appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Nocturama, Ex Nihilo
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Yann Vasnier
Global aromaticsYann Vasnier is a senior perfumer at Givaudan who has brought a global, cosmopolitan sensibility to the houses he works with.
Designer Ex Nihilo
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The originalNocturamaEx Nihilo · Luxury · $250+Hermès · 2013Eau de Narcisse BleuShares Narcissus and Bergamot$100–250★ 4.04 (1,079)41%Match
Joop · 2014Joop! Homme Extreme Joop!Shares Cacao and Leather$40–100★ 3.51 (224)37%Match
Zara · 2025Red EclipseShares Leather and Bergamotunder $40★ 4.25 (198)40%Match
Zara · 2023LTH/02 Leather FreestyleShares Leather and Bergamotunder $40★ 4.08 (92)What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 30%.