Outcast Blue by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
For punks and poets: saffron and peppers over cedar and lily of the valley, on patchouli, vetiver, sandalwood, tobacco and oakmoss.
Is Outcast Blue worth it?
How it smells: Opens with saffron, black pepper and pink pepper, cedar and lily of the valley at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and vetiver.
Scent Score: 80/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 67, layerability 82 and value 74, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and casual days. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Black Pepper, Pink Pepper, Cedar, Lily of the Valley, Patchouli
Top Notes
- Saffron
- Black Pepper
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Cedar
- Lily of the Valley
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Outcast Blue by Ex Nihilo belongs to the woody fragrance family. For punks and poets: saffron and peppers over cedar and lily of the valley, on patchouli, vetiver, sandalwood, tobacco and oakmoss. Outcast Blue opens with Saffron, Black Pepper, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Cedar and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Tobacco, and Oakmoss.
How to wear Outcast Blue
On skin, Outcast Blue by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Outcast Blue opens with Saffron, Black Pepper, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Cedar and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Tobacco, and Oakmoss.
What to layer with Outcast Blue
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and vetiver.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Rose 31
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Chance by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and patchouli.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue 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 Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Chance
Park Avenue 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 black pepper, lily of the valley, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Park Avenue
Pairings to approach with care
Rain by Commodity
Not Recommended · 35/99
Outcast Blue has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this woody scent, and they share sandalwood.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Rain
Man Uomo Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Man Uomo Winter brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Man Uomo Winter on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Man Uomo Winter
Related fragrances and why
- Outcast Blue Extrait by Ex Nihilo — Another version of Outcast Blue from Ex Nihilo.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include lily of the valley and sandalwood.
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include cedar and vetiver.
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include cedar, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Outcast Blue?
Outcast Blue opens with Saffron, Black Pepper, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Cedar and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Patchouli, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Tobacco, and Oakmoss.
How long does Outcast Blue last, and how strong is it?
Outcast Blue by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Outcast Blue?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and casual.
What layers well with Outcast Blue?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley and sandalwood. Apply Outcast Blue first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Outcast Blue : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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