La Capitale
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into amber.
About
La Capitale by Xerjoff is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. La Capitale was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Chris Maurice. Top notes are Strawberry, Caramel, Peach and Labdanum; middle notes are Leather, Amber, Saffron, Rose and Ginger; base notes are Bourbon Vanilla and…
Nose: Chris Maurice
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- 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.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Xerjoff picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does La Capitale smell like?
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into amber. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, amber.
What notes are in La Capitale?
Top: Strawberry, Caramel, Peach, Labdanum. Heart: Leather, Amber, Saffron, Rose, Ginger. Base: Bourbon Vanilla, Benzoin.
How long does La Capitale last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is La Capitale loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is La Capitale best for?
Fall is the top pick (31%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for La Capitale?
Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.
Is La Capitale for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 33% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made La Capitale?
Composed by Chris Maurice. Released in 2018.
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