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Opera Eau de Parfum bottle Opera EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2019 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £
Grow Extrait bottle Grow Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opera EDP
Xerjoff Opera is a polarising beast, a 'love it or hate it' scent that commands attention. Expect nuclear projection and a divisive, confident aura. If you want something unique that isn't afraid to be extra, this is it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Grow Extrait
This one's a proper grower if you can get past the rough opening. Give it time to macerate and you'll find a deep, sweet, woody scent that's divisive but ultimately rewarding for those after something a bit different.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opera EDP
Grow Extrait

Notes

Accords

Opera Grow
100%
Woody
76%
82%
Sweet
100%
74%
Fruity
63%
66%
Powdery
66%
Fresh Spicy
60%
58%
Vanilla
66%
64%
Leather
61%
Amber
58%
Patchouli
Aromatic
58%
Rose
57%
Green
51%
Balsamic
49%
Woody shared
100%
76%
Sweet shared
82%
100%
Fruity shared
74%
63%
66%
Fresh Spicy shared
66%
60%
Vanilla shared
58%
66%
64%
61%
58%
58%
57%
51%
49%

Performance

Opera Grow
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Opera

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, Opera is far too assertive for the office or casual wear. It's perfectly suited for formal events and date nights where its opulent, dramatic character can truly shine.

Grow

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Grow's intense and long-lasting projection, coupled with its dark, sweet character, makes it less suitable for professional or sporty settings. It excels in intimate date nights or formal events where its unique depth can be appreciated without overwhelming the space.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, sweet, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Opera EDP
Grow Extrait
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