Fleur Narcotique opens with a burst of bergamot, lychee, and peach that reads as bright and juicy rather than candy-sweet — it's the kind of opening that smells like sunlight through a window, clean a...
People who typically dislike white florals or heavy jasmine-forward scents frequently find Fleur Narcotique more wearable than expected — the fruit accord softens the floral core considerably.
Performance tends to generate debate, with some wearers finding it lasts comfortably through a full day while others feel the projection settles quickly into a skin-close finish. Batch variation over the years is sometimes raised as a factor.
It's most strongly associated with spring and summer wear, though the community generally treats it as a versatile daily or work scent rather than something occasion-specific.
A handful of enthusiasts draw comparisons to Ex Nihilo's own Lust in Paradise, noting the two share a similar fruity-floral DNA and mood.
At its niche price point, opinion is divided along familiar lines — devotees consider it a worthwhile spend given its compliment-earning reputation, while others note that dupe versions exist, if with some trade-offs in quality.
