WS-RD-2022

Apex

2022Men

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.

Apex by Roja Dove is a Leather fragrance for men. Apex was launched in 2022. The nose behind this fragrance is Roja Dove. Top notes are Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin Orange and Lemon; middle notes are Pineapple, Cistus Incanus and Jasmine; base notes are Cypress, Balsam Fir, Oakmoss, Leather, Patchouli, Tobacco,…

woody aromatic fresh spicy citrus

Nose: Roja Dove

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin Orange, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Pineapple, Cistus Incanus, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Cypress, Balsam Fir, Oakmoss, Leather, Patchouli, Tobacco, Juniper Berries, Amber, Ambergris, Galbanum, Olibanum, Cashmere Wood, Labdanum, Musk, Rum, Elemi resin, Sandalwood, Benzoin

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

75%

59%

54%

51%

33%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachClose

Fall29%Spring28%Winter24%Summer19%Day53%Night47%Wears male80%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Apex smell like?

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Apex?

Top: Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin Orange, Lemon. Heart: Pineapple, Cistus Incanus, Jasmine. Base: Cypress, Balsam Fir, Oakmoss, Leather, Patchouli, Tobacco, Juniper Berries, Amber, Ambergris, Galbanum, Olibanum, Cashmere Wood, Labdanum, Musk, Rum, Elemi resin, Sandalwood, Benzoin.

How long does Apex last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Apex loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Apex best for?

Fall is the top pick (29%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Apex?

Day wear leads at 53%. Night is a secondary pick at 47%.

Is Apex for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 80% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Apex?

Composed by Roja Dove. Released in 2022.