2008
XXY
Jacques FloriThe nose · 20 fragrances · also made Uden (2009)Portrait →

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Xerjoff  ·  Sold as unisex

XXY

The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, capturing a moment of anticipation in a bustling café.

3.91186 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
woodypowderycitrusfresh spicyearthyiris
XXYLuxury · $250+
57%Similar accords, often for lessClub de Nuit Woman · ArmafBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal80% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak1%
Moderate16%
Long lasting33%
Eternal47%
SillageModerate57% say strong or enormous
Intimate8%
Moderate35%
Strong24%
Enormous33%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine31%
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Unisex43%
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Feminine26%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

XXY by Xerjoff, launched in 2008 and crafted by Jacques Flori, is an Oriental Floral fragrance that balances the crispness of citrus with the warmth of powdery woods and earthy spices. The opening notes of bergamot and grapefruit give way to a heart of iris and ylang-ylang, while black pepper adds a subtle spiciness. The base notes of sandalwood, vetiver, and patchouli create a grounding effect, making it an intriguing choice for those who appreciate complexity without excess.

How to wear it

This fragrance develops best with time on skin; apply lightly and allow it to settle for at least 15 minutes. The patchouli base notes take some time to bloom but provide lasting warmth.

Fig. 01 — XXY, Xerjoff

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Jacques Flori portrait
03 · The nose

Jacques Flori

From yachting to incense mastery

Jacques Flori is a French perfumer who initially studied medicine and pursued a passion for yachting before falling in love with perfumery under the mentorship of Jean Mober, owner of the fragrance house Robertet.

20fragrances
Frenchnationality

The XXY line

2 fragrances, compared side by side

Designer Xerjoff

More from the house · Italy

XXY6 Parfum
Try it layered

With Xerjoff 6 Parfum

Adds amber, buy xerjoff at luckyscent and smoky; shares black pepper.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.91/ 5 · 186 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 17%.

Love39%
Like31%
OK13%
Dislike15%
Hate2%
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