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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.
Flower Substance chases Ex Nihilo's Fleur Narcotique - that juicy peach-and-lychee opening into a peony-jasmine-orange-blossom heart over musky moss. The bright fruity-floral mood lands, but it reads flatter and a touch sweeter, missing the original's luminous polish and refined dry-down.
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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
A bright fruity-floral suits mild and warm weather, thriving spring through early autumn.
Occasions
Fresh and crowd-pleasing, it works for dates, daily wear, the office and casual outings more than sport or heavy formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean white floral, floral, fresh
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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