Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf
Brand: Viktor & Rolf
Concentration: EDT
Scent overview
Spicebomb is a provocative, masculine fragrance that balances bright citrus and fiery spices against rich tobacco, leather, and earthy vetiver. Its distinctive grenade-shaped presentation mirrors the scent’s energetic, sensual character, making it especially compelling in cool weather and evening settings.
Is Spicebomb worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit, bergamot and pink pepper, cinnamon and saffron at the heart, then dries down to tobacco and leather.
Scent Score: 72/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 64, versatility 85, layerability 79 and value 64, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long, gets compliments and is made for nights out. Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 111 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDT · Introduced 2012 · Men
Key accords: Grapefruit, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cinnamon, Saffron, Paprika
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Bergamot
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Cinnamon
- Saffron
- Paprika
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf belongs to the spicy fragrance family. A bold, warmly explosive blend of citrus, cinnamon, peppers, tobacco, and leather with a seductive smoky-woody finish. Spicebomb opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Cinnamon, Saffron, and Paprika. It dries down to Tobacco, Leather, and Vetiver.
How to wear Spicebomb
On skin, Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDT concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Spicebomb : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Spicebomb opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Cinnamon, Saffron, and Paprika.
It dries down to Tobacco, Leather, and Vetiver.
What to layer with Spicebomb
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Spicebomb : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, leather, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Spicebomb : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Nuit d'Issey by Issey Miyake
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, bergamot, and leather.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuit d'Issey on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Spicebomb : 2 sprays Nuit d'Issey
Man in Black by Bvlgari
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Spicy and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share tobacco and leather.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Man in Black on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Spicebomb : 2 sprays Man in Black
Chez Bond by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chez Bond on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Spicebomb : 2 sprays Chez Bond
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Thé Yulong by Armani
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Spicebomb has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Thé Yulong brings an aromatic contrast to this spicy scent.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Thé Yulong on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Spicebomb : 2 sprays Privé Thé Yulong
Leite Néctar Perfume Mist by Sol De Janeiro
Not Recommended · 30/99
Spicebomb has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Leite Néctar Perfume Mist brings a gourmand contrast to this spicy scent.
Order: Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Leite Néctar Perfume Mist on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Spicebomb : 2 sprays Leite Néctar Perfume Mist
Related fragrances and why
- Spicebomb Extreme by Viktor & Rolf — Another version of Spicebomb from Viktor & Rolf.
- Spicebomb Infrared by Viktor & Rolf — Another version of Spicebomb from Viktor & Rolf.
- Spicebomb Night Vision by Viktor & Rolf — Another version of Spicebomb from Viktor & Rolf.
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, leather, and vetiver.
- Nuit d'Issey by Issey MiyakeBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include grapefruit, bergamot, and leather.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Spicebomb?
Spicebomb opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Cinnamon, Saffron, and Paprika. It dries down to Tobacco, Leather, and Vetiver.
How long does Spicebomb last, and how strong is it?
Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear Spicebomb?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Spicebomb?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Spicy and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver. Apply Spicebomb first as your base layer. Its spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Spicebomb : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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