Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A skin cologne from rue Saint-Honoré: Italian lemon into orange blossom, rose and lily of the valley, on white cedar and white musk.
Is Cologne 352 worth it?
How it smells: Opens with lemon, orange blossom and rose at the heart, then dries down to white cedar and white musk.
Scent Score: 44/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 33, versatility 67, layerability 56 and value 18, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Stays close to the skin. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and the office. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Lemon, Orange Blossom, Rose, Lily of the Valley, White Cedar, White Musk
Top Notes
- Lemon
Heart Notes
- Orange Blossom
- Rose
- Lily of the Valley
Base Notes
- White Cedar
- White Musk
Occasions: Daytime, Office
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A skin cologne from rue Saint-Honoré: Italian lemon into orange blossom, rose and lily of the valley, on white cedar and white musk. Cologne 352 opens with Lemon. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to White Cedar and White Musk.
How to wear Cologne 352
On skin, Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo has moderate longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Park Avenue by Bond No. 9. Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Park Avenue and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Cologne 352 opens with Lemon.
The heart brings Orange Blossom, Rose, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to White Cedar and White Musk.
What to layer with Cologne 352
Park Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and lily of the valley.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Park Avenue
Darcy by Parfums de Marly
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, rose, and white musk.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Darcy on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Darcy
Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, orange blossom, and lily of the valley.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom and rose.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum
Aventus for Her by Creed
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon and rose.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aventus for Her on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Aventus for Her
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Rose d'Arabie by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
Privé Rose d'Arabie has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Rose d'Arabie brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Rose d'Arabie on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 1 spray Privé Rose d'Arabie
Royal Amber by Orientica
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Royal Amber has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Royal Amber brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Royal Amber on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 1 spray Royal Amber
Related fragrances and why
- Park Avenue by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include rose and lily of the valley.
- Darcy by Parfums de MarlyBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include lemon, rose, and white musk.
- Aqua Universalis Eau de Toilette by Maison Francis Kurkdjian — Both include lemon, orange blossom, and lily of the valley.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Cologne 352?
Cologne 352 opens with Lemon. The heart brings Orange Blossom, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to White Cedar and White Musk.
How long does Cologne 352 last, and how strong is it?
Cologne 352 by Ex Nihilo has moderate longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Cologne 352?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and office.
What layers well with Cologne 352?
Park Avenue by Bond No. 9 is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and lily of the valley. Apply Cologne 352 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Cologne 352 : 2 sprays Park Avenue.
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