Amazing
Another typical Xerjoff scent with the brand's characteristic signature.
I sense a stunning mix of spices, wood, sweetness, herbs and earthiness. A composition that is difficult to describe but extremely intoxicating. At first I feel something piercing and herbal, dry, as if it were coriander or cardamom with slightly churchy vibe. I find this one the best from JTC collection, little boozy, not to sweet with oriental flair. Unusual (rare I smell this one on someone), safe proposition for those who want to enter a niche. The parameters are of course at a high level.
London but better?
I thought the original version is the ultimate level of sophistication. I was so wrong. When I tested it first at Harrods, it was love from the first sniff. London Harrods captivates with an upgraded essence, offering a more woody, intense, and sensuous version of og.
I must say, however, that if you do own og London, there is no need to acquire this one. Although if you consider og between Harrods, I find Harrods way more elegant.
10/10 worth every penny
Masterpiece
Rich amber and sumptuous fruity leather in a similar vein as Tuscan Leather but sweeter, richer and with a little bit of oud. The amber is prominent from start to end and it softens the leather and other elements. This is intoxicating, tempting and mass appealing. You can not go wrong with this fragrance. Excellent longevity and sillage.
Synthetic but good?
Santal 33 - how beautiful it is in its simplicity. A cult composition, alpha and omega, which was definitely ahead of its time.
It has made a special impression on me. I love the smell of sandalwood here and the absolute lack of sweetness. Its woody, dusty, strongly aromatic thanks to cool cedar and warming cardamom seeds. Leather and papyrus playing in the background, giving the composition raw overtone. Yes, this sandalwood is extremely woody, full of splinters, there is not much of the creamy-cashmeran texture, typical for this ingredient.
Great take on rose-oud combo
Beautifully balanced rose-oud fragrance. Whenever I wear it, I feel so powerful. UAE is complex and highly nuanced fragrance with Taif Rose being its beating heart. Its opulent without being excessively grandiose - in other words - extremely mesmerizing! The oud in here isn't animalic nor funky at all, so nothing to be scared of. I run this one on special occasions, however, I do see this one could easily be all-year fragrance.
Longevity 10h+
Projection - strong in the first 3h.
