Ouverture by Xerjoff
Brand: Xerjoff
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Fig leaf, magnolia and orange open onto Bulgarian rose, cinnamon, Indian jasmine and ylang-ylang over amber, cashmere woods, sandalwood, vanilla and incense. A warm, fireside amber floral.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Fig Leaf, Magnolia, Orange, Rose, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Fig Leaf
- Magnolia
- Orange
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Amber
- Cashmeran
- Sandalwood
- Vanilla
- Incense
Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Ouverture by Xerjoff belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Fig leaf, magnolia and orange open onto Bulgarian rose, cinnamon, Indian jasmine and ylang-ylang over amber, cashmere woods, sandalwood, vanilla and incense. A warm, fireside amber floral. Ouverture opens with Fig Leaf, Magnolia, and Orange. The heart brings Rose, Cinnamon, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Amber, Cashmeran, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Incense.
How to wear Ouverture
On skin, Ouverture by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Ouverture opens with Fig Leaf, Magnolia, and Orange.
The heart brings Rose, Cinnamon, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Amber, Cashmeran, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Incense.
What to layer with Ouverture
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, sandalwood, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, amber, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Good Girl
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and amber.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Beautiful
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, jasmine, and amber.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Pairings to approach with care
Legacy by Maison Asrar
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 39/99
Ouverture has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Legacy brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent, and they share jasmine, amber, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legacy on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Ouverture : 2 sprays Legacy
Rain by Commodity
Not Recommended · 39/99
Oriental and Aquatic notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this oriental scent, and they share amber and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Ouverture : 2 sprays Rain
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include amber, sandalwood, and vanilla.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include cinnamon, amber, and sandalwood.
- Beautiful by Estée Lauder — Both include rose, jasmine, and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Ouverture?
Ouverture opens with Fig Leaf, Magnolia, and Orange. The heart brings Rose, Cinnamon, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Amber, Cashmeran, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Incense.
How long does Ouverture last, and how strong is it?
Ouverture by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Ouverture?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and casual.
What layers well with Ouverture?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, sandalwood, and vanilla. Apply Ouverture first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ouverture : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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