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5,670 community ratings
Xerjoff

40 Knots

2012UnisexModern

Votes lean masculine

8.5/ 10
Community score
5,670 ratings
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A unisex fresh and aquatic perfume by Xerjoff, released in 2012. Most often worn in spring and best suited to casual wear.

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Skunky's take: Like opening a window: the room feels lighter at once.

How does it perform?

From 5,387 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
8.3 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
8.0 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
9.1 /10

Talks even from the shelf.

Value for money
7.2 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

92% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Aquatic
  3. Sweet
  4. Spicy
  5. Woody
  6. Creamy

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 32%
    Spring
  • 32%
    Summer
  • 24%
    Autumn
  • 12%
    Winter
  • Casual
    23%
  • Daytime
    20%
  • Nighttime
    19%
  • Evening
    19%
  • Office
    14%
  • Sport
    5%

Go easy on it for the office: the sillage is strong.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026