Red BerriesOpens with
Damask RoseHeart
SandalwoodDries down toWill you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Xerjoff · Sold as unisex
Begum
A quiet moment of introspection in an ornate study filled with antique vases and rich tapestries, where the warmth of vanilla and spices intertwine with delicate floral notes.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
BegumLuxury · $250+
47%Similar accords, often for lessTocade · RochasMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 15 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 by Xerjoff and crafted by perfumer Chris Maurice, Begum is a Chypre Floral fragrance that seamlessly blends the vibrant freshness of citrus and florals with the warm embrace of vanilla and spices. The composition opens with red berries and citrus fruits like bergamot and lemon, creating an invigorating top note. This gives way to a heart filled with damask rose, Bulgarian rose, iris, and jasmine sambac, offering a rich blend of floral scents. The base notes of sandalwood, palisander rosewood, patchouli, amber, musk, and vetiver ground the fragrance in a warm, powdery finish that lingers throughout the day.
Apply Begum lightly at first — the citrus top notes are bright but fade quickly. Allow the fragrance to develop on your skin for a few minutes before layering if needed. The warm base notes take about an hour to fully bloom, making this ideal for wear in the evening or cooler settings.
Fig. 01 — Begum, Xerjoff
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Chris Maurice
High Perfumery, a family inheritance, born into one of Spain's most prestigious perfumery families and immersed in niche fragrance since childhood.
Designer Xerjoff
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 12%.