Cuir Celeste by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A leather armor in couture: violet leaf, black pepper and galbanum over osmanthus and ambrette, on leather, patchouli, cypriol and musk.
Is Cuir Celeste worth it?
How it smells: Opens with violet leaf, black pepper and galbanum, osmanthus and ambrette at the heart, then dries down to leather and patchouli.
Scent Score: 76/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 87, versatility 67, layerability 68 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 the office. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Unisex
Key accords: Violet Leaf, Black Pepper, Galbanum, Osmanthus, Ambrette, Leather
Top Notes
- Violet Leaf
- Black Pepper
- Galbanum
Heart Notes
- Osmanthus
- Ambrette
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Office
Seasons: Fall, Spring
Fragrance overview
Cuir Celeste by Ex Nihilo belongs to the woody fragrance family. A leather armor in couture: violet leaf, black pepper and galbanum over osmanthus and ambrette, on leather, patchouli, cypriol and musk. Cuir Celeste opens with Violet Leaf, Black Pepper, and Galbanum. The heart brings Osmanthus and Ambrette. It dries down to Leather, Patchouli, Cypriol, and Musk.
How to wear Cuir Celeste
On skin, Cuir Celeste 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 office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Cuir Celeste 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 Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Cuir Celeste opens with Violet Leaf, Black Pepper, and Galbanum.
The heart brings Osmanthus and Ambrette.
It dries down to Leather, Patchouli, Cypriol, and Musk.
What to layer with Cuir Celeste
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share osmanthus, patchouli, and musk.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste 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 Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
NoMad by Bond No. 9
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 osmanthus and musk.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer NoMad on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays NoMad
Astor Place by Bond No. 9
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 violet leaf and musk.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Astor Place on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays Astor Place
Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share black pepper and leather.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Smokin' Gun on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cuir Celeste : 1 spray Smokin' Gun
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
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 violet leaf, patchouli, and musk.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum
Pairings to approach with care
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 musk.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste 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 Cuir Celeste : 1 spray Bergamask
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 38/99
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.
Order: Apply Cuir Celeste 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 Cuir Celeste : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include osmanthus, patchouli, and musk.
- NoMad by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include osmanthus and musk.
- Astor Place by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include violet leaf and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Cuir Celeste?
Cuir Celeste opens with Violet Leaf, Black Pepper, and Galbanum. The heart brings Osmanthus and Ambrette. It dries down to Leather, Patchouli, Cypriol, and Musk.
How long does Cuir Celeste last, and how strong is it?
Cuir Celeste by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Cuir Celeste?
It's best in fall and spring. It suits evening and office.
What layers well with Cuir Celeste?
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share osmanthus, patchouli, and musk. Apply Cuir Celeste 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 Cuir Celeste : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight.
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