SaffronOpens with
GalbanumHeart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down to
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Ex Nihilo · Sold as unisex
Oud Vendome
The quiet intensity of a library filled with ancient texts, where the scent of incense and warm wood creates an enveloping ambiance.
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Oud VendomeLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessVelvet Desert Oud · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares agarwood (oud), musk and incense8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014, Oud Vendome by Ex Nihilo is a fragrance that embodies the brand's commitment to luxurious and refined compositions. The nose behind this scent is Givaudan, known for creating complex and distinctive perfumes. Oud Vendome opens with saffron and ginger, bringing a bright and spicy freshness before settling into a heart of galbanum and cedar. At its core, the fragrance features agarwood (oud), musk, and incense, which weave together to create an opulent, smoky warmth.
Apply two sprays to ensure that the top notes blend well into the rich base. Oud Vendome develops gradually, so it’s best used for occasions where you want a fragrance that builds throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Oud Vendome, Ex Nihilo
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Givaudan
A. is a Swiss multinational manufacturer of flavours, fragrances and active cosmetic ingredients. As of 2025, it was the world's largest company in the flavour and fragrance industry.
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The originalOud VendomeEx Nihilo · Luxury · $250+Dolce&Gabbana · 2013Velvet Desert OudShares Agarwood (oud), Musk and Incense$40–100★ 4.34 (943)54%Match
Ajmal · 2019SantalShares 5 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 4.33 (88)50%Match
Hugo Boss · 2013BOSS The Collection Damask OudShares 4 of its 8 notes$40–100★ 4.32 (121)48%Match
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Adds aromatic, rose and citrus; shares musk.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 15%.