Xerjoff 2012 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Fatal Charme

by Chris Maurice

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Xerjoff Fatal Charme is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Chris Maurice. Fatal Charme opens with Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Spicy Notes, Powdery, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Ambergris. Xerjoff's Fatal Charme carries an Acquired verdict, a textural-led wear.

This one is a divisive but captivating beast. Part vintage powder room, part modern spice bomb, it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect potent sillage and compliments from those who get it. Not for the faint of heart or the subtle.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Powdery
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Warm
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Fatal Charme Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Aldehydes100%
Heartas listed
Floral Notes20%
Iris20%
Powdery20%
Spicy Notes20%
Tobacco20%
Baseas listed
Ambergris100%

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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it a bold choice, best suited for evenings or cooler weather. While it has an elegant side, its intensity might be too much for an everyday office setting, as noted by several reviewers.

About

Fatal Charme opens with a powdery flourish, a slightly sharp but clean aldehyde burst that settles into creamy orris. The heart reveals a floral sweetness, often interpreted as vanilla or marzipan by some, underpinned by a developing ambergris that lends a subtle, almost animalic depth. As it dries, hints of warm spice and a delicate tobacco note emerge, adding complexity and a touch of grounded elegance, making it alluring and unexpectedly modern.

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