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Ouverture

2019unisex

woody up front, then amber, settling into citrus.

Ouverture by Xerjoff is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Ouverture was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Chris Maurice. Top notes are Fig Leaf, Orange and Magnolia; middle notes are Cinnamon, Ylang-Ylang, Indian Jasmine and Bulgarian Rose; base notes are Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cashmere…

woody amber citrus warm spicy

Nose: Chris Maurice

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Fig Leaf, Orange, Magnolia
Heart· 2–4h
Cinnamon, Ylang-Ylang, Indian Jasmine, Bulgarian Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cashmere Wood, Incense

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

80%

61%

57%

52%

50%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall34%Winter29%Spring25%Summer13%Night53%Day47%Wears unisex53%

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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Ouverture smell like?

woody up front, then amber, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: woody, amber, citrus.

What notes are in Ouverture?

Top: Fig Leaf, Orange, Magnolia. Heart: Cinnamon, Ylang-Ylang, Indian Jasmine, Bulgarian Rose. Base: Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cashmere Wood, Incense.

How long does Ouverture last?

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

Is Ouverture loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Ouverture best for?

Fall is the top pick (34%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Ouverture?

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

Is Ouverture for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 53% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Ouverture?

Composed by Chris Maurice. Released in 2019.