Jéroboam 2017 Extrait

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Vespero

by Vanina Muracciole

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Jéroboam Vespero is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Vanina Muracciole. Vespero opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Apple, settles into a heart of Leather, Cedar, Jasmine, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Patchouli. Jéroboam's Vespero carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Vespero is the love-it-or-hate-it Aventus alternative for those who like their fruit with a hefty side of leather. It’s got beastly performance, but some find it a bit too unoriginal, while others praise its unique blend of familiar elements.
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Vespero Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Apple38%
Grapefruit32%
Bergamot30%
Heartas listed
Leather37%
Cedar25%
Geranium20%
Jasmine18%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes31%
Musk25%
Patchouli23%
Amber22%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and significant projection make Vespero a powerful presence, slightly too strong for a conservative office. However, its sophisticated woody-leather profile and 'deep, dark, musky amber vibe' make it perfect for dates and evening formal events, with casual wear possible if applied lightly.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT. (SD ALCOHOL 39-C), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), CITRAL, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, LINALOOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with an invigorating burst of sour apple and tart grapefruit, instantly grabbing attention. This quickly mellows as a rich, robust leather accord emerges, entwined with woody cedar and a subtle floral hint of jasmine and geranium. The dry down is a dark, musky amber with patchouli, creating a powerful, long-lasting scent that's both fresh and deeply sensual. Expect a smoky, almost rugged impression.

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