Ermenegildo Zegna 2021 EDP

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XXX Verdigris

by Alexis Grugeon

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Ermenegildo Zegna XXX Verdigris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Alexis Grugeon. Ermenegildo Zegna's XXX Verdigris carries a Favourite verdict, an elemental-led wear.

Divisive yet intriguing, Verdigris is a cold, metallic green scent that polarises opinions. Some find it a unique, modern take on freshness, while others dismiss it as synthetic and overpriced. Best for those who appreciate unconventional fragrances.
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XXX Verdigris Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date Sport

Its moderate performance and clean, fresh-yet-unusual profile make it suitable for a variety of casual and office settings, as many wearers attest to. While some suggest it's not for the office, others receive compliments, indicating its versatility if applied subtly. The unique metallic coldness might be too unconventional for formal events.

About

Verdigris opens with a strikingly cold and metallic edge, like frozen aldehydes mixed with the crisp, green snap of violet leaf. A herbaceous whisper of thyme and a hint of spicy cardamom add complexity before settling into a woody, slightly mossy base. It’s an intriguing duality of warmth and icy freshness, avoiding typical citrus-led profiles.

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