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Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama
Xerjoff

Pikovaya Dama

powdery
citrus
woody
aldehydic
fresh
iris
fresh spicy
2014 · unisex

Xerjoff is an Italian niche house known for bold, unconventional compositions that prioritize raw materials and artistic vision over commercial appeal. Founded in 2003, the brand has built a reputation for fragrances that challenge expectations and reward close attention.

Pikovaya Dama opens with a striking aldehydic and citrus burst, led by bergamot and lemon with a powdery rose softness. The heart shifts into warmer, spiced territory with cedar, iris, and nutmeg creating an iris-forward iris character that feels refined but slightly austere. Coriander and incense add complexity and a touch of herbal dryness. The base settles into a creamy, woody foundation of sandalwood and patchouli warmed by vanilla and musk, grounding the composition without sweetening it. The overall DNA sits somewhere between fresh-spicy and woody-aromatic, with that powdery, aldehydic quality giving it a vintage sensibility.

This is a fragrance for those comfortable with unconventional compositions and appreciate iris and spice accords. It works well in cooler weather or as an evening option when you want something distinctive. Pikovaya Dama aligns with The Tactician, The Heirloom, and The Homesteader.

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Main Accordsreported by community
powdery
100%
citrus
100%
woody
100%
aldehydic
100%
fresh
75%
iris
75%
fresh spicy
75%
musky
75%
aromatic
75%
vanilla
50%
Fragrance Notescommunity verified
Top · 0–30 min
Aldehydes
Aldehydes
The chemical family that created modern perfumery, aldehydes were first used prominently in Chanel N°5 (1921), adding a soapy, abstract, almost metallic sparkle that lifted the fragrance above anything previously possible. They don't smell like anything in nature; their effect is more textural than aromatic. Aldehydic fragrances feel luminous, sophisticated, and distinctly 20th century.
Bergamot
Bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
Lemon
Lemon
Sharp, clean, and instantly familiar, the pure zest of fresh-cut lemon peel, not the sugary juice. In perfumery it reads as crisp and energising rather than sweet, and is often used to amplify other light notes. It fades quickly, so it's almost always a top note that makes a striking first impression.
Neroli
Neroli
Distilled from bitter orange blossoms, neroli sits at the intersection of citrus and floral, bright and slightly waxy, with a honeyed depth that other citrus notes lack. It's one of the most complex natural ingredients in perfumery, simultaneously fresh and rich. A little neroli makes almost any fragrance feel expensive.
Rose
Rose
The queen of floral notes and the most-used ingredient in fine perfumery. Real rose is simultaneously velvety, honeyed, and slightly spicy, nothing like the synthetic candy version. Depending on the variety used, it can anchor a composition or drift through it like a ghost, adding warmth without dominating.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cedar
Cedar
Coriander
Coriander
Warm, spicy, and faintly citrusy, coriander seed smells quite different from the green herb, with a dry, woody warmth and a slight floral quality. It adds a spiced, slightly exotic character to masculine fragrances without the sharpness of pepper or the sweetness of vanilla. A supporting spice note that adds complexity.
Incense
Incense
The dry, smoky, slightly woody scent of burning resin, incense in perfumery usually means frankincense or similar resins, adding a contemplative, almost spiritual quality. It creates distance and mystery, making fragrances feel larger than they are. A hallmark of niche, serious perfumery.
Iris
Iris
One of perfumery's most prized and expensive ingredients, iris has a powdery, cool, almost carrot-like richness that is hard to describe and impossible to mistake. It's simultaneously earthy and refined, like the inside of an old Parisian couture house. Iris root (orris) adds quiet luxury to anything it touches.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg
Warm, woody, and softly spiced with a slight sweetness that makes it gentler than clove or pepper. Nutmeg adds a quiet, autumnal warmth to fragrances without sharpness. It blends seamlessly into woody and oriental bases, acting more as a supporting character than a lead note.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Musk
Musk
The base layer of almost every modern fragrance, a soft, warm, skin-like scent that extends longevity and bridges other notes together. Natural musk was once derived from deer (now banned); today's musks are synthetic and range from clean and soapy to dark and animalic. The right musk makes a fragrance smell like 'you.'
Patchouli
Patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Creamy, smooth, and milky with a soft, skin-like warmth that clings beautifully. True Mysore sandalwood is one of perfumery's most precious ingredients, simultaneously wood and skin, never cold or sharp. It rounds off sharp edges in any composition and makes the wearer smell subtly, irresistibly warmer.
Vanilla
Vanilla
Warm, sweet, and universally appealing, vanilla is to fragrance what salt is to cooking. Real vanilla is complex and slightly smoky, though most perfumery vanilla is synthetic and reads as clean, sweet, and creamy. It slows the evaporation of other notes and is the reason certain fragrances feel like a second skin.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The TacticianBest match88% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Heirloom85% match
You carry something beautiful that most people have forgotten.

Powdery, soft, classically sweet. Iris, aldehydes, gentle florals, quiet vintage warmth.

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The Homesteader84% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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Scent Profile
powdery100%citrus100%woody100%aldehydic100%fresh75%
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Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Pikovaya Dama is $228.89. Without a coupon the lowest price is $228.89. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

Are grey market retailers authentic?

Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Xerjoff fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama? +
$228.89 at FragFlex. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $228.89 a good price for Pikovaya Dama? +
Yes. The current best price is $228.89 and MSRP is $349.99. At $228.89 you save 35% vs retail.
What does Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama smell like? +
Xerjoff is an Italian niche house known for bold, unconventional compositions that prioritize raw materials and artistic vision over commercial appeal. Founded in 2003, the brand has built a reputation for fragrances that challenge expectations and reward close attention. Pikovaya Dama opens with a striking aldehydic and citrus burst, led by bergamot and lemon with a powdery rose softness. The heart shifts into warmer, spiced territory with cedar, iris, and nutmeg creating an iris-forward iris character that feels refined but slightly austere. Coriander and incense add complexity and a touch of herbal dryness. The base settles into a creamy, woody foundation of sandalwood and patchouli warmed by vanilla and musk, grounding the composition without sweetening it. The overall DNA sits somewhere between fresh-spicy and woody-aromatic, with that powdery, aldehydic quality giving it a vintage sensibility. This is a fragrance for those comfortable with unconventional compositions and appreciate iris and spice accords. It works well in cooler weather or as an evening option when you want something distinctive. Pikovaya Dama aligns with The Tactician, The Heirloom, and The Homesteader.
What are the notes in Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama? +
Top: Aldehydes, Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, Rose. Heart: Cedar, Coriander, Incense, Iris, Nutmeg. Base: Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanilla.
What other fragrances smell like Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama? +
Based on shared notes, Bujairami Incendia Inspired by Gissah Capri (Musk, Patchouli, Incense, Bergamot), Riiffs Incense Gold (Musk, Patchouli, Incense, Bergamot), Bujairami Rich man Inspired by Armani Code Profumo Giorgio Armani (Musk, Patchouli, Iris, Bergamot), Ahmed Al Maghribi Silk Oud (Musk, Patchouli, Iris, Bergamot), Bujairami Sleek inspired by Versace Crystal Noir (Musk, Patchouli, Iris, Bergamot) may smell similar to Pikovaya Dama.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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