Opera
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Comandante
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. Comandante is a crowd-pleasing, clean, sweet and fruity scent, but its familiarity and designer-like quality have some folks questioning the niche price tag. It's not groundbreaking but delivers good performance and balanced wearability.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 21% | 14% |
| Fruity | 19% | 12% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 27% | 30% |
| Warm | 13% | 21% |
| Woody | 16% | 15% |
| Earthy | 14% | 16% |
| Animalic | 15% | 10% |
| Fresh | 6% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and 'clean' profile make it suitable for office wear, while its sweetness and warmth are perfect for dates and evening events. The prominent sweet and tobacco accords, combined with excellent longevity, dial back its appropriateness for sport and super casual settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Fruity, Woody accords and Vanilla, Fruity notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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