Rose Hubris

Ex Nihilo is a very under rated brand here in US. They make great, ultra modern fragrances, that are unique and very well blended. To my opinion they take minimalistic approach not just to their neat bottles, but to their compositions as well. This particular fragrance is a great example of a great modern chypre, that’s is not very common. I definitely see it more on a women, rather then a men. It’s sophisticated, dainty and elegant. It’s fresh and sweet, thanks to Rose de Mai and lychee for that, but yet oak moss and labdanum with patchuli don’t it let get to girly and careless. Wonderful and unique scent that will last all day and will get you tons of compliments, thanks to massive sillage.

Creamy, waxy, soapy rose rather than a fresh, green one. More feminine, though it's classified as unisex. Very smooth, no real punch, and softer - though by no means weaker or less rich than I expected. I like the fragrance and it brings to mind Guerlain's Rose Barbare. Will have to do the comparison when I dig up that bottle. I received a surprise pack of Ex Nihilo samples from Bergdorf Goodman a couple of weeks ago and decided to try them today. I must say I'm pleasantly surprised. Of the 7 samples there wasn't a single I didn't enjoy. It never occurred to me to try this designer, mostly because I typically gravitate toward more adorned or exotic-looking bottles - and the bottle is often what gets my initial attention. With so many choices out there, I am really glad I was given the opportunity to try these amazing samples.

I agree with Florett, its similar to Patiala... less amber sweetness- more musks & litchi. Also reminds me of a more playful/youthful Gris Dior. I love Gris Dior, but the sophistication renders a more mature situation, whereas Rose Huberis is a modern chypre with an airy litchi patchouli twist. Not much fenugreek in here, but the litchi lingers until the patchouli labdanum oalmoss drydown. 4 seasons, any occasion.

a very clear rose fragrance. You get rose straight away from the beginning. It's clear, slighlty fruity (from the litchi) and very pleasent.

The balsamic, slightly animalic influence of labdanum is very much present in this fragrance. Interesting, but challenging.