EX NIHILO Latin expression that means "Created out of the blue"

EX NIHILO is a French fragrance house founded in 2013 by a cosmopolitan trio from Paris. By collaborating with the emerging artistic talents in total creative freedom, EX NIHILO aims to express its own conception of the most innovative and personalized Luxury.

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EX NIHILO was launched a decade ago by Sylvie Loday, Olivier Royère and Benoît Verdier - 3 insiders from the luxury world sharing a common passion for innovation and the most exclusive experiences. They joined forces to defy the conventions and technical boundaries of High Perfumery and created "from scratch" the Perfume House of their dreams.

A Free spirited trio

Sylvie was born in Princeton in the United States to French parents. An engineer by trade, she associated her passion for perfumes and her strong sense of innovation to imagine EX NIHILO's Osmologue. Always attracted by advanced technologies, Sylvie especially likes the strength and endless possibilities that biotechnology captives bring to fragrances.

Sylvie Loday

Olivier was born in Stockholm, to a Swedish mother and a French father. This double heritage was enriched by his nomadic life in footsteps of a diplomat father. An aesthete and a collector, he admits to a passion for contemporary photography. Olivier feels very strongly about French Haute Parfumerie and particularly treasures natural raw materials from all over the world.

Olivier Royère

Benoît was born in perfume country, Provence. With his great fondness for contemporary art, 80’s design and craftmanship in general, he particularly appreciates the creative process with the talented personalities involved in the creation of perfumes. Benoît loves creative clashes in all their forms and enjoys giving a special “twist” to each EX NIHILO fragrance creation.

Benoît Verdier

Pushing the boundaries of creation

Since its inception the House has cultivated an outsider mindset. By offering the perfume creators a Carte Blanche, by using only the most exceptional perfumery materials, by blending craftmanship and advanced technologies, it promotes an uncompromising vision of perfumery, without any creative constraints.

Collaborative by Essence

EX NIHILO draws inspiration from the creative talents of high perfumery, but also from Architecture, Design or new technologies. By opening a new path of collaborations between the perfume creators and the artistic community, EX NIHILO wishes to answer the desires of a generation seeking some of the most captivating experiences.

At the edge of Innovation

EX NIHILO uses the best natural and synthetic raw materials without any cost constraint. Pioneering the use of new-generation natural extracts and biotechnology actives, EX NIHILO pushes further the boundaries of fragrance creation to craft the most addictive and distinctive fragrances.

Elevate Craft into art

EX NIHILO embodies the spirit of true luxury through unique collectible art pieces and very confidential editions. Blending the secular know-how of high perfumery, the most innovative techniques and the talent of an emerging generation of craftsmen, these exceptional creations called Masterpieces are available in our most exclusive doors only.

Forward to Progress

EX NIHILO aesthetics echoes French avant-garde artistic movements to better express an absolute modernity. The House takes inspiration from the 1970's and 1980's, a golden French era when everything seemed possible with various feats in design and architecture.
EX NIHILO embodies this radically optimistic and forward-looking vision through contemporary creations, designed for today and tomorrow.

The Art of Personalization

In flagship locations, the possibility is offered to create you own perfume, thanks to the Osmologue : an exclusive high precision fragrance blending system. The word Osmologue is derived from the ancient Greek science of Osmology, the science of scents. For the very first time, customers will have access to the backstages of creation through a fully personalized ritual. This service of fragrance customization pushes scented experience to new heights.

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Creator of Future Memories

Located in the most exclusive luxury destinations in the world, EX NIHILO flagship stores are venues for discovery and experimentation, fully dedicated to the senses, leaving emotional imprints for future memories.

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The Osmologue exclusive ritual

With the precious expertise of its perfumers, EX NIHILO offers olfactory combinations enhancing the original scent. The raw materials have been chosen for their olfactory identity, their premium quality and their ability to marry in perfect harmony with the original creations. Made on demand, the SIGNATURE fragrances are weighed, filtered, bottled and perfected by the hand of our experts. This service is reserved only to our flagships.

Beyond Preciousness

A collection of collectible engraved caps made of refined materials such as Mother of Pearl, Onyx and Buffalo Horn are available to turn your glass bottle into a precious object. On demand, the glass can also be personalized with engraving. The creation will come with a numbered, stamped and signed certificate of authenticity.

EX NIHILO in the world

EX NIHILO is available only in the most exclusive locations around the world : from its own flagships stores, online, the most iconic department stores, niches perfumeries and concept stores.

EX NIHILO

EX NIHILO is driven by freedom, innovation, and a commitment to modern craftsmanship. Through our fragrances and personalized approach, we invite you to embark on a sensory journey that celebrates individuality and the art of High Perfumery.

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