EX Nihilo

Chandigarh Express

Embark on a sensory journey with Chandigarh Express by Ex Nihilo, inspired by the vibrant fusion of cultures in mid-fifties North India. This fragrance captures the essence of Chandigarh, a visionary city born from the collaboration of Indian and French architects. Immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of traditional scents like Cardamom, Davana, and Jasmine, contrasted by modern notes of Patchouli, Vetiver, and Benzoin. Experience the captivating allure of this modernist utopia, where lush greenery meets sleek concrete, in a fragrance that embodies the spirit of cultural convergence.

• Top Mandarin, Bergamot, Cardamom
• Heart Jasmine, Mahonial™, Davana, Fir balsam, Leather accord
• Base Patchouli, Vetiver, Tonka bean, Benzoin

French perfume brand Ex Nihilo was founded by a young Parisian trio in 2013. Loosely translated to “a new creation with no previously known reference” in Latin, the brand name reflects an outsider mindset to the fragrance world. Founders Sylvie Loday, Olivier Royere and Benoit Verdier started Ex Nihilo as an alternative to stereotyped luxury products and mass personalization. Instead the fragrance house proposes its own concept of personalized luxury that is inspired by the creative Avant-Garde and the French spirit of pure refinement. By using the most exclusive perfumery materials and pushing them to their limits without any cost or creative restraints, Ex Nihilo has created iconic scents namely Fleur Narcotique, Gold Immortals and Blue Talisman. Be a part of its fragrant world by shopping the brand’s Eau de Parfum or candles in our UAE edit below.