Vespero by Jeroboam
Men 2017
Description
Vespero by Jeroboam is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 2017, this composition was created by nose Vanina Muracciole. The top notes unfold with apple, pink grapefruit, and bergamot; the heart reveals leather, cedar, geranium, and jasmine; while the base notes settle on a woody foundation with musk, patchouli, and amber.
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When to wear it (votes)
- Winter 21%
- Spring 30%
- Summer 18%
- Autumn 32%
- Day 49%
- Night 51%
Key notes
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Top
apple
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Heart
leather
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Base
woody notes
Community
574 votes
- Positive 80%
- Negative 11%
- Neutral 9.4%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
1,873 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
574 votes
Season
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875 votes
Time of day
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455 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Vespero
Vespero by Jeroboam is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 2017, this composition was created by nose Vanina Muracciole. The top notes unfold with apple, pink grapefruit, and bergamot; the heart reveals leather, cedar, geranium, and jasmine; while the base notes settle on a woody foundation with musk, patchouli, and amber.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses Flowers White flowers
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How it wears
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
367 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
402 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
329 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
286 votes
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Community reviews
7 reviews
Share what you noticed: opening, drydown, sillage and the moments when it works for you.
It’s true that the opening is a standard chypre, very similar to other big hitters like Hacivat or Aventus, but the special part is the dry-down. Here there’s nothing like its cousins: it dries out dark, with suede, leather, wood, and amber, all very balanced and not annoying. It’s very well thought out and executed. I didn’t buy it because I’d get kicked out of the house if I kept buying perfumes, and although it doesn’t smell entirely new, it has elements of several I already own, but look, it’s really good.
True, the opening is a classic chypre, very similar to other house giants like Hacivat or Aventus, but the magic happens in the dry-down. Here it diverges from its cousins: it turns dark, featuring suede, leather, wood, and amber, all perfectly balanced and not annoying. It’s brilliantly conceived and executed. I didn’t buy it because I’d get kicked out of the house if I kept spending on perfumes, and while it doesn’t smell entirely new, it shares elements with several bottles I already own, but hey, it’s really well done.
Unfortunately, it didn’t captivate me. It has that Aventus vibe, but with its own touches, especially in the dry-down. The opening makes you think, ‘Oh shit, here we go again,’ but in the end, it’s pleasant. You can definitely smell the smoky side, with woods and a gorgeous suede note. The issue is that similarity to Aventus, which, in my opinion, holds it back. It performs well, but I wouldn’t pay more than 3 euros per ml. There are similar niche options I prefer. It’s versatile and works almost year-round.
I tested a decant sent to me and I agree with FragranceX. It starts with that typical ‘Aventus’ scent, which reminded me a lot of Loewe Esencia EDP. Then it darkens, and the leather comes out, giving it a more serious twist. I was unfamiliar with this perfume, and it smells great; despite being a somewhat overused scent, it has its own DNA. I see it as elegant, formal, and for adults (30s+). It projects well and seems to have good longevity. Aside from intense summer heat, it’s quite wearable. I liked it!
Vespero by Jeroboam tries to blend the classic fougère with current trends. It has that ‘Aventus’ atmosphere at first, but soon it becomes clear it’s heading in a different direction. Suede, geranium, and patchouli take center stage and dominate the fragrance. It’s a mature, accorded, darker, heavier, and longer-lasting take on the Aventus DNA. It’s by no means a clone; they are distinct aromas, but I understand the comparison. Ideal for spring/fall. In summer with high heat, it can be too heavy, but it works great in the cold. Good longevity (7-8 hours), with moderate sillage and projection. Recommended.
Vespero by Jeroboam aims to fuse the classic fougère with modern trends. It has that ‘Aventus’ vibe at the start, but it quickly evolves into other territories. Suede, geranium, and patchouli gain ground and take over the fragrance. We can define it as a mature, accorded, darker, heavier, and longer-lasting version of the Aventus DNA. It’s not a clone at all; they are two very different scents, though I do understand the comparison. In my opinion, it’s ideal for spring/fall. In summer with intense heat, it can be too heavy, but it works well in the cold. Good longevity (7-8 hours on my skin), with moderate sillage and projection. Recommended.
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