Ex Nihilo Explicite: released in 2020, floral, sweet and fresh, about 7h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Ex Nihilo Explicite dupe we found is Flavia Nouveau Ambre — 84% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $325 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Ex Nihilo Explicite dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Ex Nihilo Explicite | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flavia Nouveau Ambre | 84% | about $25 (−92%) | 7h vs 7h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Lattafa Perfumes Noble Blush | 80% | about $45* (−86%) | 7h vs 7h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Zara Evening Safari Drive | 77% | about $30* (−91%) | 5h vs 7h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Laura Biagiotti Roma | 75% | about $55* (−83%) | 6h vs 7h | 6/10 |
| 5 | BDK Parfums Impadia | 73% | about $55* (−83%) | 8h vs 7h | 7/10 |
This fragrance captures the warm, spicy, and powdery essence of Ex Nihilo Explicite, offering a similar amber-forward profile at a much more accessible price point.
It shares its amber, fresh spicy and sweet accords with Ex Nihilo Explicite, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 145 community ratings.
A floral and sweet composition that leans into the same soft, spicy territory as Ex Nihilo Explicite, providing a pleasant and long-lasting alternative.
It shares its sweet, powdery and woody accords with Ex Nihilo Explicite, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 2,111 community ratings.
This scent evokes a similar woody and spicy character to Ex Nihilo Explicite, making it a great budget-friendly option for those who enjoy that specific profile.
It shares its woody, powdery and fresh spicy accords with Ex Nihilo Explicite, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 159 community ratings.
While distinct, it shares a similar powdery and amber-rich foundation that feels reminiscent of the dry-down found in Ex Nihilo Explicite.
It shares its amber, fresh spicy and woody accords with Ex Nihilo Explicite, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 3,945 community ratings.
This fragrance offers a sophisticated floral and woody blend that sits in the same family as Ex Nihilo Explicite, providing a refined experience for less.
It shares its woody and sweet accords with Ex Nihilo Explicite, lasts about 8h against 7h and carries 1,743 community ratings.
Flavia Nouveau Ambre, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 90% less than Ex Nihilo Explicite.
BDK Parfums Impadia, at about 8h on skin, against about 7h for Ex Nihilo Explicite.
Flavia Nouveau Ambre, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Ex Nihilo Explicite itself sells from €195 at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Flavia Nouveau Ambre saves you about $440 a year against Ex Nihilo Explicite. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. BDK Parfums Impadia comes closest at 7.6h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Ex Nihilo Explicite notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-18.