Elemi resinOpens with
CardamomHeart
IncenseDries down to
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XJ 1861 Zefiro
The warmth of a cozy fireplace in an old-world library, where spicy incense and aromatic woods create a cocoon of intimacy and refinement.
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XJ 1861 ZefiroLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessBois Mystique · HoubigantPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 17 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 and crafted by perfumer Mathieu Nardin, XJ 1861 Zefiro by Xerjoff is a complex Oriental Spicy fragrance that balances warmth with aromatic depth. The composition opens with elemi resin and white wine, creating an unexpected freshness that contrasts beautifully with the smoky incense and cinnamon notes in the heart. This contrast gives way to a rich base of amber and honey, which adds a balsamic sweetness to the overall profile. The scent is unisex, embodying the Italian luxury brand's commitment to using the finest ingredients.
Apply XJ 1861 Zefiro lightly to pulse points — the elemi resin and white wine notes are bright but fleeting. The smoky and cinnamon accords take about an hour to fully bloom, so give it time before layering with other scents or clothing.
Fig. 01 — XJ 1861 Zefiro, Xerjoff
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Mathieu Nardin
Grasse roots, modern handsBorn and raised in Grasse to a family of perfumers, Mathieu Nardin developed his appreciation for raw materials picking jasmine and rose in his grandparents' fields.
Designer Xerjoff
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The originalXJ 1861 ZefiroXerjoff · Luxury · $250+Houbigant · 2018Bois MystiqueShares 6 of its 17 notes$100–250★ 4.39 (489)47%Match
Comme des Garcons · 2013Blue EncensShares 4 of its 6 notes$100–250★ 4.09 (452)42%Match
Zara · 2023Nocturnal LifeShares Bergamot, Cinnamon and Incenseunder $40★ 4.27 (324)44%Match
Zara · 2026Golden ChaiAll 4 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 3.73 (77)
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Adds musky, oud and rose; shares bergamot and amber.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 11%.