XJ 1861 Renaissance
citrus up front, then green, settling into aromatic.
About
XJ 1861 Renaissance by Xerjoff is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. XJ 1861 Renaissance was launched in 2011. Top notes are Amalfi Lemon, Tangerine, Bergamot and Petitgrain; middle notes are Mint, Lily-of-the-Valley and Rose; base notes are Musk, Virginia Cedar, Patchouli and Amber. At perfume exhibition in…
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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 XJ 1861 Renaissance smell like?
citrus up front, then green, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: citrus, green, aromatic.
What notes are in XJ 1861 Renaissance?
Top: Amalfi Lemon, Tangerine, Bergamot, Petitgrain. Heart: Mint, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose. Base: Musk, Virginia Cedar, Patchouli, Amber.
How long does XJ 1861 Renaissance last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is XJ 1861 Renaissance loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is XJ 1861 Renaissance best for?
Summer is the top pick (46%). Spring is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for XJ 1861 Renaissance?
Day wear leads at 82%. Night is a secondary pick at 18%.
Is XJ 1861 Renaissance for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 45% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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