
Apollonia
powdery up front, then musky, settling into iris.
About
Apollonia by Xerjoff is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Apollonia was launched in 2019. Top note is White Flowers; middle note is Orris; base note is White Musk.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Xerjoff picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Apollonia smell like?
powdery up front, then musky, settling into iris. Dominant accords: powdery, musky, iris.
What notes are in Apollonia?
Top: White Flowers. Heart: Orris. Base: White Musk.
How long does Apollonia last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Apollonia loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Apollonia best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Apollonia?
Day wear leads at 60%. Night is a secondary pick at 40%.
Is Apollonia for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 39% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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