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Which Should You Buy?
Ex Nihilo's Fleur Narcotique is a divisive one. It's either a beautiful, fresh-fruity floral masterpiece that pulls compliments, or a screechy, synthetic fabric softener that's aggressively 'clean'. Sample before committing to the hefty price tag.
This perfume is pure nostalgic sunshine for many millennials. It's a cheerful, youthful fruitchouli that, despite its teen pop origins, has some surprisingly dedicated fans and receives more compliments than you'd expect.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and floral profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, with many reviewers calling it an 'office-appropriate' and 'easy reach' scent. While some find its longevity good for a night out, its relatively softer sillage and linear nature reduce its scoring for formal events and date nights.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and often-cited average longevity make it versatile for casual wear and suitable for dates, where it's liked by others. Though light and inoffensive for an office, some find it too youthful, and it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean floral, fresh, fruity
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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