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Ex Nihilo Cologne 352
Ex Nihilo

Cologne 352

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
Rose
White Floral
Aromatic
Woody
EDP · 2014 · unisex

Ex Nihilo is a niche fragrance house founded by Olivier Creed, a member of the legendary Creed perfumming family. The brand focuses on bespoke and personalized fragrances, with Cologne 352 representing their exploration of modern, refined scent composition.

Cologne 352 opens with bright Italian lemon and juniper berries, creating a crisp, botanical top that feels both energizing and slightly herbal. The heart develops into a sophisticated white floral arrangement, with lily of the valley, orange blossom, and rose providing a delicate sweetness without heaviness. The base settles into a clean woody foundation of guaiac wood, white cedar extract, and white musk, grounding the fragrance with a subtle warmth and dry woodiness that prevents it from veering too feminine.

This is a versatile unisex fragrance that works well for those who appreciate balanced compositions where no single note dominates. It suits daytime wear and professional settings, with enough refinement for evening occasions. The overall character sits at the intersection of fresh citrus energy and understated elegance, making it appealing to anyone seeking a cologne that's neither too sweet nor too austere. If you're drawn to fragrances like The Tactician, The Homesteader, or The Aristocrat, Cologne 352 will likely resonate with your taste.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
100%
Fresh
70%
Floral
100%
Rose
33%
White Floral
90%
Aromatic
60%
Woody
93%
Musky
47%
Smoky
47%
Clean
47%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Italian Lemon
Italian Lemon
Sun-drenched and vivid, with the bright freshness of lemons grown along the Amalfi coast. Italian lemon has a depth and aromatic complexity beyond supermarket fruit, slightly floral, with a clean mineral finish. The foundation of many classic masculine colognes and luxury aquatic fragrances.
Juniper Berries
Juniper Berries
Dry, piney, and slightly citrusy, juniper is the botanical soul of gin, with a resinous, slightly spicy freshness that is entirely its own. In perfumery it adds a crisp, outdoorsy quality that bridges woody and spicy families. Used in masculine fragrances to evoke cold mountain air, stone trails, and bracing northern landscapes.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Lily Of The Valley
Lily Of The Valley
Crisp, green, and dewy, this spring flower smells like rain on cool grass with a clean, soap-like clarity. It's one of perfumery's most requested scents despite being nearly impossible to extract naturally, so it's almost always recreated synthetically. The result is fresh, tender, and timelessly elegant.
Orange Blossom
Orange Blossom
Sweeter and more honeyed than neroli (both come from the same tree), orange blossom is a floral note with a warm, almost edible quality. It floats between citrus and floral families, adding richness without weight. A signature note of classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern perfumery.
Rose
Rose
The queen of floral notes and the most-used ingredient in fine perfumery. Real rose is simultaneously velvety, honeyed, and slightly spicy, nothing like the synthetic candy version. Depending on the variety used, it can anchor a composition or drift through it like a ghost, adding warmth without dominating.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Guaiac Wood
Guaiac Wood
Smoky, slightly rosy, and dry, guaiac wood has a gentle, transparent smokiness that doesn't overwhelm. It's often used to add a campfire-distant quality to woody or oriental fragrances without going full leather or incense. One of perfumery's more understated and quietly beautiful materials.
White Cedar Extract
White Cedar Extract
White Musk
White Musk
Clean, soft, and slightly soapy, white musk is the scent of fresh laundry and warm skin. It's the furthest from the animalic origins of real musk: approachable, inoffensive, and universally flattering. Almost every mass-market fragrance uses white musk as a base, which is why it reads as 'clean' rather than specifically musky.
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The TacticianBest match91% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Homesteader85% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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The Aristocrat83% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.
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Scent Profile
Citrus100%
Fresh70%
Floral100%
Rose33%
White Floral90%
Fragrance Family
Floral Woody
EDP
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Ex Nihilo Cologne 352— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Cologne 352 is $269.00. Without a coupon the lowest price is $269.00. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Ex Nihilo Cologne 352? +
$269.00 at FragFlex. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $269.00 a good price for Cologne 352? +
Yes. The current best price is $269.00 and MSRP is $355.00. At $269.00 you save 24% vs retail.
What does Ex Nihilo Cologne 352 smell like? +
Ex Nihilo is a niche fragrance house founded by Olivier Creed, a member of the legendary Creed perfumming family. The brand focuses on bespoke and personalized fragrances, with Cologne 352 representing their exploration of modern, refined scent composition. Cologne 352 opens with bright Italian lemon and juniper berries, creating a crisp, botanical top that feels both energizing and slightly herbal. The heart develops into a sophisticated white floral arrangement, with lily of the valley, orange blossom, and rose providing a delicate sweetness without heaviness. The base settles into a clean woody foundation of guaiac wood, white cedar extract, and white musk, grounding the fragrance with a subtle warmth and dry woodiness that prevents it from veering too feminine. This is a versatile unisex fragrance that works well for those who appreciate balanced compositions where no single note dominates. It suits daytime wear and professional settings, with enough refinement for evening occasions. The overall character sits at the intersection of fresh citrus energy and understated elegance, making it appealing to anyone seeking a cologne that's neither too sweet nor too austere. If you're drawn to fragrances like The Tactician, The Homesteader, or The Aristocrat, Cologne 352 will likely resonate with your taste.
What are the notes in Ex Nihilo Cologne 352? +
Top: Italian Lemon, Juniper Berries. Heart: Lily Of The Valley, Orange Blossom, Rose. Base: Guaiac Wood, White Cedar Extract, White Musk.
What fragrance family is Cologne 352? +
Ex Nihilo Cologne 352 belongs to the Floral Woody fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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