Renaissance by Xerjoff
Brand: Xerjoff
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Xerjoff Renaissance is a vibrant, polished citrus fragrance that balances juicy Italian citrus with aromatic mint and softly floral nuances. Its musky cedar and amber base adds understated depth while preserving a remarkably fresh, uplifting character.
Is Renaissance worth it?
How it smells: Opens with Amalfi lemon, bergamot and mandarin orange, mint and rose at the heart, then dries down to musk and cedar.
Scent Score: 74/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, reputation 79, versatility 79, layerability 91 and value 52, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2011 · Unisex
Key accords: Amalfi lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin orange, Petitgrain, Mint, Rose
Top Notes
- Amalfi lemon
- Bergamot
- Mandarin orange
- Petitgrain
Heart Notes
- Mint
- Rose
- Lily of the valley
- Cardamom
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Renaissance by Xerjoff belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A sparkling burst of lemon, bergamot, and mandarin unfolds into cool mint, delicate florals, and a clean musky-woody finish. Renaissance opens with Amalfi lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin orange, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Mint, Rose, Lily of the valley, and Cardamom. It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Amber, and Patchouli.
How to wear Renaissance
On skin, Renaissance by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Flowerbomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Renaissance opens with Amalfi lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin orange, and Petitgrain.
The heart brings Mint, Rose, Lily of the valley, and Cardamom.
It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Amber, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Renaissance
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and musk.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and rose.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays CK One
Invictus by Paco Rabanne
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin orange and patchouli.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Invictus on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Invictus
212 Men by Carolina Herrera
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, petitgrain, and musk.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays 212 Men
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and musk.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Pairings to approach with care
Gold Woman by Amouage
Not Recommended · 39/99
Gold Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Gold Woman brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent, and they share rose, lily of the valley, and cedar.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gold Woman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 1 spray Gold Woman
Byzance by Ormonde Jayne
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Byzance brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Byzance on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Byzance
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, rose, and musk.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, mandarin orange, and rose.
- Invictus by Paco Rabanne — Both include mandarin orange and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Renaissance?
Renaissance opens with Amalfi lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin orange, and Petitgrain. The heart brings Mint, Rose, Lily of the valley, and Cardamom. It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Amber, and Patchouli.
How long does Renaissance last, and how strong is it?
Renaissance by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Renaissance?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and date.
What layers well with Renaissance?
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and musk. Apply Renaissance first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Renaissance : 2 sprays Flowerbomb.
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