Sweet Morphine by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A lush bouquet of lilac, rose, and iris softened by juicy lychee and wrapped in a creamy, musky vanilla-sandalwood base.
Is Sweet Morphine worth it?
How it smells: Opens with lilac and bergamot, mimosa absolute and iris at the heart, then dries down to heliotrope and Bourbon vanilla.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, versatility 87, layerability 73 and value 52, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
Floral · Powdery floral
EDP · Introduced 2015 · Women
Key accords: Lilac, Bergamot, Mimosa absolute, Iris, Rose, Heliotrope
Top Notes
- Lilac
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Mimosa absolute
- Iris
- Rose
Base Notes
- Heliotrope
- Bourbon Vanilla
- Orris
- Vetiver
- Patchouli
Occasions: Office, Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Sweet Morphine by Ex Nihilo belongs to the floral fragrance family. A lush bouquet of lilac, rose, and iris softened by juicy lychee and wrapped in a creamy, musky vanilla-sandalwood base. Sweet Morphine opens with Lilac and Bergamot. The heart brings Mimosa absolute, Iris, and Rose. It dries down to Heliotrope, Bourbon Vanilla, Orris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
How to wear Sweet Morphine
On skin, Sweet Morphine by Ex Nihilo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Sweet Morphine opens with Lilac and Bergamot.
The heart brings Mimosa absolute, Iris, and Rose.
It dries down to Heliotrope, Bourbon Vanilla, Orris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Sweet Morphine
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Absinthe Boréale on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Absinthe Boréale
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Sedley by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sedley on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Sedley
Godolphin by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, orris, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Godolphin on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Godolphin
Pairings to approach with care
Megamare by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 35/99
Megamare has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Megamare brings an aquatic contrast to this floral scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Megamare on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 1 spray Megamare
Gold Woman by Amouage
Not Recommended · 35/99
Gold Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Gold Woman brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share rose.
Order: Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gold Woman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 1 spray Gold Woman
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
- Absinthe Boréale by Maison Crivelli — Both include iris, vetiver, and patchouli.
- Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Sweet Morphine?
Sweet Morphine opens with Lilac and Bergamot. The heart brings Mimosa absolute, Iris, and Rose. It dries down to Heliotrope, Bourbon Vanilla, Orris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
How long does Sweet Morphine last, and how strong is it?
Sweet Morphine by Ex Nihilo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Sweet Morphine?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Sweet Morphine?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and patchouli. Apply Sweet Morphine first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Sweet Morphine : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
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