Chandigarh Express by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A journey to utopia: cardamom, mandarin and bergamot over leather, jasmine and davana, on vetiver, patchouli, benzoin and tonka.
Is Chandigarh Express worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cardamom, mandarin and bergamot, leather and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and patchouli.
Scent Score: 80/100 (Great). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 87, versatility 67, layerability 88 and value 72, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for evenings and casual days. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Cardamom, Mandarin, Bergamot, Leather, Jasmine, Davana
Top Notes
- Cardamom
- Mandarin
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Leather
- Jasmine
- Davana
- Lily of the Valley
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Spring
Fragrance overview
Chandigarh Express by Ex Nihilo belongs to the woody fragrance family. A journey to utopia: cardamom, mandarin and bergamot over leather, jasmine and davana, on vetiver, patchouli, benzoin and tonka. Chandigarh Express opens with Cardamom, Mandarin, and Bergamot. The heart brings Leather, Jasmine, Davana, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Vetiver, Patchouli, Benzoin, and Tonka Bean.
How to wear Chandigarh Express
On skin, Chandigarh Express by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and spring. Reach for it for evening and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Chandigarh Express opens with Cardamom, Mandarin, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Leather, Jasmine, Davana, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Vetiver, Patchouli, Benzoin, and Tonka Bean.
What to layer with Chandigarh Express
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Gentleman
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, leather, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Chance by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chance on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Chance
Born in Roma by Valentino
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Born in Roma on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Born in Roma
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 37/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent, and they share tonka bean.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 38/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 1 spray Bergamask
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
- Gentleman by Givenchy — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, leather, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Chandigarh Express?
Chandigarh Express opens with Cardamom, Mandarin, and Bergamot. The heart brings Leather, Jasmine, Davana, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Vetiver, Patchouli, Benzoin, and Tonka Bean.
How long does Chandigarh Express last, and how strong is it?
Chandigarh Express by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Chandigarh Express?
It's best in fall and spring. It suits evening and casual.
What layers well with Chandigarh Express?
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli. Apply Chandigarh Express first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Chandigarh Express : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight.
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