Sospiro Perfumes 2011 EDP

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Capriccio

by Chris Maurice

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Sospiro Perfumes Capriccio is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Chris Maurice. Capriccio opens with Lemon and Neroli, settles into a heart of Red Fruits, White Flowers, Cinnamon, and Coumarin, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Oud. Sospiro Perfumes's Capriccio carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a head-scratcher. Capriccio gets a lot of love for its versatility and refined nature, but some find it surprisingly harsh or even a bit like cleaning product. Definitely sample first, as it's not a blind buy for everyone.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Versatile
  • Warm
  • Clean
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Capriccio 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
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:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Despite its enormous sillage, many reviews highlight its surprising versatility, suggesting it can adapt to various settings. Its refined character and day-to-night adaptability make it suitable for dates, casual outings, and even formal events, but its strength might be too much for an intimate office or strenuous sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Capriccio opens with a bright, zesty burst of lemon and neroli, quickly ushering in a heart of juicy red fruits and delicate white florals, warmed by a touch of cinnamon and coumarin. As it settles, a rich, velvety base emerges with soft musk, warm amber, creamy sandalwood, and a subtle hint of oud and earthy patchouli, underpinned by a smooth cashmeran.

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