Atlas Fever
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into amber.
About
Atlas Fever by Ex Nihilo is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Atlas Fever was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Shyamala Maisondieu. Top notes are Incense and Red Berries; middle note is Narcissus; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Oak, Guaiac Wood and…
Nose: Shyamala Maisondieu
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Atlas Fever smell like?
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into amber. Dominant accords: woody, vanilla, amber.
What notes are in Atlas Fever?
Top: Incense, Red Berries. Heart: Narcissus. Base: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Oak, Guaiac Wood, Cedar.
How long does Atlas Fever last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Atlas Fever loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Atlas Fever best for?
Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Atlas Fever?
Night wear leads at 59%. Day is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Atlas Fever for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 60% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Atlas Fever?
Composed by Shyamala Maisondieu. Released in 2017.
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