Scherzo
oud up front, then rose, settling into sweet.
About
Scherzo by Miller Harris is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Scherzo was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Mathieu Nardin. Top notes are Tangerine and Artemisia; middle notes are Rose, Olibanum, Narcissus and Pitosporum; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Sweet Notes, Patchouli and Vanilla.
Nose: Mathieu Nardin
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Miller Harris picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Scherzo smell like?
oud up front, then rose, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: oud, rose, sweet.
What notes are in Scherzo?
Top: Tangerine, Artemisia. Heart: Rose, Olibanum, Narcissus, Pitosporum. Base: Agarwood (Oud), Sweet Notes, Patchouli, Vanilla.
How long does Scherzo last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Scherzo loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Scherzo best for?
Fall is the top pick (32%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Scherzo?
Night wear leads at 54%. Day is a secondary pick at 46%.
Is Scherzo for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 41% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Scherzo?
Composed by Mathieu Nardin. Released in 2018.
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