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I wrote a statement about this fragrance a long time ago, but it is so special to me that a full review is necessary.

Long story short: this scent smells exactly like Addis Ababa.

You walk through the streets, everything is bustling, people everywhere. On the walls of the houses, you see small shops, and fresh buna jebena is offered everywhere. Coffee, incense, and myrrh fill the air. You hear conversations everywhere, the atmosphere is good, the traffic is loud, and the good coffee rounds it all off.

To explain briefly: coffee, incense, and myrrh are three scent notes you cannot escape in Addis.

Buna (Amharic for coffee) jebena is the traditional coffee preparation in Ethiopia and Eritrea. You sit at the table with your family while coffee is freshly prepared in the backyard. Green coffee beans are roasted fresh. When the coffee is freshly roasted, it is passed around so everyone can smell it. After that, the coffee is freshly ground and prepared in a jebena, the traditional coffee pot. The jebena is heated over an open fire, fresh coffee fills the air, and the special thing is: throughout the entire process, incense and myrrh are burned! Why these two things? Ethiopia is a very religious country, the majority of the population is Ethiopian Orthodox. Incense and myrrh are two of the three gifts that the Three Wise Men brought. And that is why these two components are an integral part of the ceremony.

Now the coffee is ready, and the jebena along with small cups are placed in the room. The coffee is poured into the cups. And here too, a vessel with burning, smoky incense and myrrh is placed on the table.

For those who want to know what this looks like: there is a picture of the AlHabasha on an Ethiopian painting in my profile gallery. There you can see what I mean.

In my statement, I already mentioned that this scent represents 100% Ethiopia for me. It smells exactly like the side streets of Ethiopia on a sunny morning or the living room when guests are present. But now to the actual fragrance.

Actually, I have already anticipated the entire progression of the scent. At the forefront is a very strong and dominant note of incense, accompanied by myrrh. In the background, the coffee comes through nicely, beautiful freshly roasted coffee beans. But not too intense; this is definitely not a pure coffee scent. Vanilla then adds a certain creaminess. And that’s it! A few scent notes, but very powerful.

Performance-wise, the scent is also very solid; it lasts about 8-10 hours on me, which is absolutely sufficient. The sillage is noticeable but not overwhelming, so overall it is rather subtle for such a fragrance.

I love incense, especially because I am Ethiopian, and the scent immediately reminded me of Addis when I first smelled it four years ago. An incredibly well-executed fragrance that could have also been named Habesha, and it would have fit 100%. It is what AlHabasha unfortunately could not fully achieve. I was back there in January, this time with this fragrance in my bag, and it was a perfect match.

For me, this scent is the ultimate feel-good fragrance. I wear it when going out, at home, in church, really everywhere I want to feel comfortable. It is also the best incense fragrance on the market.

Price-performance? Top! But we already know that from Mariere Premiere.

I would really like to know if this traditional coffee preparation was the inspiration for this fragrance. Because hitting the description above 100% exactly cannot be a coincidence.

This fragrance is Addis Ababa in a bottle, and that is why it will always be a fixed part of my collection. Thank you, Aurélien, for this masterpiece!

After I have thoroughly reviewed the first two Xerjoff "White on White" fragrances, I now come to the last perfume of the trio.

This scent has power! In the opening, I gathered more impressions from this fragrance than from the two predecessors. The scent opens creamy-fresh, with the fig note immediately noticeable. I had only known fig from "Gris Charnel (Eau de Parfum) | bdk Parfums," at least when I talk about a truly perceptible fig.

However, I find that the fig note hides behind another fragrance note, namely the rose. In combination with the fig note, the red rose almost appears slightly pink. It is not a pure rose scent, yet the rose predominates here in this fragrance. Combined with the fruity, slightly tea-like fig note and the creamy milk note, the scent does not come across as just rosy. Therefore, I think that even people who do not like rose scents can find pleasure in this one. It seems to me more like the rose is accompanied by a fig note. The rose is in the foreground, but the fig is distinctly noticeable in the background.

What also becomes clear here right away: The scent, like the two "predecessors," is carried on a soft, fluffy musk cloud. I really like this in the overall package.

The scent feels fruitier than the "White On White - One | XerJoff." The fig note comes through more intensely here. The rose note is also very well perceivable here compared to the other two "twins," which I find very nice as a rose fan. To be honest, I had hoped for this in the other fragrances as well.

There is not much more to say about this scent, at least regarding the DNA. A beautiful, soft, slightly creamy, and sweet fig-rose combination, carried on a musk cloud. Dreamy.

The longevity is okay. I applied the scent on Friday afternoon, and it accompanied me well throughout the day, lasting 7 hours before I took a shower, and the scent was no longer perceptible. Nothing exceptionally good, but also not bad. I would say it's solidly in the middle.

Due to the dominant rose/fig component, the sillage is noticeable, but by no means intrusive. Definitely suitable for everyday wear; I will also wear this scent in the office for the first time tomorrow.

Now that I have tested all three fragrances, I can say that I am definitely not disappointed and do not regret the purchase. It was a blind buy that I mainly made because of the rose in the fragrances. Although I received something completely different than expected, my expectations were positively fulfilled.

Anyone who has the chance should definitely test the three fragrances! Those who have read my review of "White On White - Two | XerJoff" will have gathered that this is my favorite. I find it hard to say whether I prefer "White On White - One | XerJoff" or "White On White - Three | XerJoff," which is quite good because I like both very much. All in all, a very nice overall package! Therefore, anyone who has the opportunity should definitely test these fragrances. Musk lovers are definitely welcome here.

Three Xerjoffs. One bundle. Only one gets the full bottle release. These points motivated me to buy this bundle right away. But how does the second one in the series perform?

There is already a review for the first in the series. So, I will now focus on the second fragrance.

As I went through the fragrance pyramid, I was almost certain that this scent would meet my taste or rather had to meet it. I am a big gourmand lover and therefore had high expectations. But now, onto the scent.

The opening strikes me as slightly spicy and gently green. What exactly I perceive here in terms of spices, I cannot say. Whatever it is: I really like it.
The spiciness, however, fades over time, leaving the scent only slightly spicy.

The main players of the fragrance come to the fore right after the opening, and three notes particularly caught my attention. Milk, vanilla, and balsam.

One thing I can say upfront: The scent does not go in an extremely sweet direction like "Casamorati - Italica | XerJoff," for example. I find that this fig milk note blends very well with the fig in the top note, the balsam in the heart, and especially the vanilla note in the base. I would say that the fig milk is like a kind of sun around which all the other notes revolve.

I find the balsamic touch very interesting. At first, I didn't know what to make of it, especially in combination with the other notes. In the end, it simply provides a lovely creaminess. You can definitely smell it; it’s a bit like smelling Vaseline. I unexpectedly like it a lot.

The patchouli in this fragrance comes across as rather chocolatey/creamy and not dirty/earthy. Very subtle but still noticeable. I also quite like the green touch in the scent.

I would classify the fragrance as a gourmand, but I find that it is still quite light for a gourmand, as the scent is carried on a light musk cloud. Absolutely not comparable to the other two fragrances, but this is how I perceive it. When I wore this scent outside for the first time on Saturday, my brother said that the perfume reminded him of white jellybeans (coconut), without knowing what fragrance I was wearing. I also get that association since he mentioned it. I definitely pick up on that coconut touch. It’s probably due to the milk combined with the creaminess and the sweet vanilla note.

Is this fragrance suitable for everyday use? I would say that it definitely is when applied in moderation. I haven’t tested it in the office yet, but 1-2 sprays should not be bothersome at all.

The longevity is good. I managed several hours without any issues. In terms of longevity, the second one (at least on my skin) has been the best. The sillage is not subtle; you can definitely perceive the scent. Therefore, one should be careful with the dosage if they want to wear this fragrance daily.

For me, this fragrance is the most beautiful of the three variants. The first is the soft, good mood-inducing scent carried on a musk cloud, while the second is a beautiful, white, and fluffy gourmand. Gourmand lovers should definitely get to know this friend, but I think even non-gourmand lovers could find something to enjoy here. My vote definitely goes to the second fragrance.

Again, I can only say one thing: I cannot discourage you from buying it; so far, I can recommend the purchase. Form your own opinion, and if you have the opportunity: test the scent! It’s definitely worth a try.

When I found out that Xerjoff was releasing three new fragrances with quite extraordinary concepts, I couldn't wait and ordered the scents on the same day.

One thing I can say upfront: none of the fragrances were a disappointment.

Freshly sprayed, the following thought immediately came to my mind.. "I know this from somewhere??". It's the blackcurrant, which is slightly noticeable from the very beginning. To make a brief comparison of the direction the blackcurrant takes: Some of you are surely familiar with those small purple glucose packets you get at pharmacies. Just like they taste, the blackcurrant note in this fragrance smells. I find it very pleasant. Just a nice, sweet, slightly sour/tingly blackcurrant note.

This blackcurrant is carried on one of the softest and fluffiest musk clouds I have encountered so far. As the fragrance notes already suggest, the scent is very powdery and soft. The white bottle describes the fragrance very well. All the powdery components also have a certain creaminess - I don't know if that's due to the rice. When I think of rice pudding, that could fit quite well. Really very well executed.

I find the musk note to be noticeably softer and rounder than in "Shooting Stars - Apollonia | XerJoff". Still, they are not similar! Unfortunately, I can't make a direct comparison to "Star Musk | XerJoff" as I currently don't have a sample for direct comparison.

Towards the end, the fragrance remains very soft, slightly sweet due to the consistently present blackcurrant note and beautifully rounded off by the slightly sweet base.

The longevity is okay. After 5 hours, I didn't perceive the scent as strongly anymore. After 7-8 hours, it was definitely over. The sillage is moderate. At close range, you can perceive the scent, but it doesn't fill rooms.

All these points make the first fragrance from the line a perfect everyday scent. I wore it once in the office and found the scent very pleasant.

I can't really assign the fragrance to a gender. At first, I thought it was unisex, tending to be more feminine, but after the first application on the skin, I can take that back. It's a perfect unisex scent that suits every age group wonderfully.

Is it worth buying? YES! For the price, definitely, as €150 for 45ml (of course in the three-piece set) is really reasonable for Xerjoff standards. The scent is not very experimental; however, it doesn't reinvent the wheel either. Nevertheless, it is a completely independent fragrance; at least I can't think of a comparison.

Is it the best of the trio? That's something everyone has to decide for themselves. My favorite is probably the second in the line, but this one here is really top. All in all, I would give the fragrance a solid 8-8.5/10. I like it very much; I do not regret the blind buy!

Xerjoff Accento - No perfumer could hide from this name. Overhyped or worth the buy?

So first of all, Accento was my 4th Xerjoff and if it hadn't been for the Renaissance, it would have been my first.

The fragrance opens with a beautiful fruity touch consisting of pineapple and citrus notes. However, the pineapple note does not remind me of Creed Aventus. The slightly sour lemon note pairs surprisingly well with the pineapple.

A little further back, you can immediately sense the powdery-floral notes, which consist of iris and jasmine. Iris should be familiar to everyone due to fragrances like L'Homme - in comparison (although the fragrances are not comparable), Accento seems more exciting and not so "boring".
The jasmine note is subtly perceptible. Even those who are not fond of jasmine should find pleasure in this fragrance.

The Xerjoff-typical base, consisting of amber, musk, and vanilla, perfectly rounds off the fragrance and gives it a slightly creamy direction.

I have also heard that some find the base mixture slightly musty. I understand the thought, but I do not perceive it that way.

All in all, this is a DNA that I immediately recognize and is incomparable for me. Of course, the wheel was not reinvented here, yet in my opinion, the fragrance clearly belongs to a niche.

In terms of longevity, the fragrance is okay. For me, it's not a beast, but also not below average. 8/10

The sillage is surprisingly well perceived by the surroundings, even after several hours. Personally, I stop noticing the fragrance quite quickly, but the environment still seems to enjoy it. 8/10

Accento is completely universal and can be used unisex. In the office, at school, on a date, while shopping... For me, it's a perfect "grab n' go" fragrance. Always my first choice for days in the office.

I personally also find this DNA incredibly addictive. When I smell the spray head, I always have the urge to spray the fragrance on a test strip, into the air, or directly on my skin. Truly a very successful fragrance.

Since the fragrance is quite mass appealing and opens up to most people, it is for me the best niche entry. Theoretically, one could order the fragrance blind, and I am sure that it will please most people without any issues.
If you are new to the niche and want to discover Xerjoff for yourself, you can't go wrong with this fragrance.

Now a completely different question: worth the buy or overhyped?
To make it short: 100% WORTH the hype. The fragrance is incredibly well made, smells very luxurious, can be worn anywhere and by anyone, and has good performance. Sorry, but what else should a fragrance be able to do?

For me, Xerjoff Accento remains one of the ultimate jack-of-all-trades. You can wear this fragrance anywhere without any issues. Signature potential. With many fragrances, I wonder where the hype comes from, but here I fully understand it and I would recommend the fragrance to anyone.

In conclusion, one more thing - the fragrance is not so popular because you have never smelled anything like it. The fragrance is so popular because it sets different accents due to its universal applicability.