Ex Nihilo 2020 EDP

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Honoré Delights

by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto

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Ex Nihilo Honoré Delights is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto. Honoré Delights opens with Bergamot and Neroli, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Ex Nihilo's Honoré Delights carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is Ex Nihilo's plush, delicate offering, a 'stealth wealth' whisper of a scent that divides opinion: some find it an ethereal dream, others a 'meh' skin scent. It's a gorgeous, if subtle, composition for those who prefer their elegance understated.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Luxurious
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Honoré Delights Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot50%
Neroli50%
Baseas listed
Cedar33%
Musk33%
Sandalwood33%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and calm, clean profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it won't overwhelm. While it has an elegant feel suitable for dates, its lack of strong projection might make it less impactful for formal events; it's definitely not a sport fragrance.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Honoré Delights opens with a delicate blush of neroli and bergamot, a soft citrus that quickly melts into a powdery heart. Iris and a creamy, slightly sweet ambrette create a 'fluffy' and airy texture, reminiscent of a silky cloud. The drydown unveils a gentle blend of musky sandalwood and cedar, providing a subtle warmth and a clean, skin-like finish. It’s an ethereal, musky floral that feels both innocent and refined.

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