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A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Xerjoff Richwood (2010) by Jacques Flori - the citrus-rose-patchouli signature from Xerjoff's Shooting Stars collection that became one of the Italian house's most-loved unisex woody-balsamic compositions. Honest dupe-fidelity for autumn-winter and date wear.
This won't set the world on fire, but it's a solid, wearable rose and patchouli that's a versatile choice for those who love the combo. Don't expect groundbreaking, just well-blended. Some find the rose a bit shy, but the overall impression is of gentle elegance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 29% | 28% |
| Floral | 20% | 20% |
| Fruity | 16% | 12% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 23% | 18% |
| Warm | 3% | 2% |
| Woody | 10% | 13% |
| Earthy | 9% | 8% |
| Animalic | 5% | 7% |
| Fresh | 17% | 17% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Citrus-rose-patchouli-labdanum-sandalwood reads firmly autumn-winter; the polished niche-house warmth carries into a cool spring evening. Less natural in warm summer.
Occasions
Sophisticated woody-balsamic with composed projection fits date, formal evening, and dinner wear naturally; office viable at low dosage. Too distinctive for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth, inoffensive character make it suitable for most settings, including the office, though it truly shines in more intimate date night scenarios. The woody and musky accords lend it a calming versatility that wouldn't feel out of place in casual or semi-formal events, but it's too refined for active sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Rose, Powdery accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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