Sweet Morphine
powdery up front, then floral, settling into iris.
About
Sweet Morphine by Ex Nihilo is a Floral fragrance for women. Sweet Morphine was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Natalie Gracia-Cetto. Top notes are Lilac and Bergamot; middle notes are Mimosa absolute, Iris and Rose; base notes are Heliotrope, Bourbon Vanilla, Orris, Vetiver and Patchouli.
Nose: Natalie Gracia-Cetto
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sweet Morphine smell like?
powdery up front, then floral, settling into iris. Dominant accords: powdery, floral, iris.
What notes are in Sweet Morphine?
Top: Lilac, Bergamot. Heart: Mimosa absolute, Iris, Rose. Base: Heliotrope, Bourbon Vanilla, Orris, Vetiver, Patchouli.
How long does Sweet Morphine last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sweet Morphine loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Sweet Morphine best for?
Spring is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sweet Morphine?
Day wear leads at 63%. Night is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Sweet Morphine for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 73% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Sweet Morphine?
Composed by Natalie Gracia-Cetto. Released in 2015.
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