Xerjoff 2021 Parfum

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Symphonium

by Chris Maurice

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Xerjoff Symphonium is a Parfum launched in 2021, created by Chris Maurice. Symphonium opens with Orange and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Dark Chocolate and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Oud, and Vanilla. Xerjoff's Symphonium carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Symphonium is an extravagant gourmand that splits opinion - some find it an opulent chocolate orange dream, others a fleeting delight that dries down to an overpriced Pink Sugar imitation. It's a high-quality, cold-weather statement, but be warned, the incredible opening doesn't always last.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Modern
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Symphonium Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange55%
Mandarin45%
Heartas listed
Dark Chocolate66%
Cardamom34%
Baseas listed
Vanilla41%
Oud31%
Musk27%

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
Moderate
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
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and long-lasting gourmand nature make it a poor fit for office or gym. It shines on dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather, where its luxurious warmth can truly be appreciated.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Opens with a juicy, bright burst of mandarin and orange, swiftly followed by a rich, dark chocolate heart infused with warm, spicy cardamom. As it settles, creamy vanilla unfurls, subtly grounded by a smooth, barely-there oud and a clean musk, creating a sophisticated, edible aroma that's more elegant than overtly sweet.

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