A vintage-toned floral amber with a stately spice signature, 1888 opens with a glow of carnation, pepper, coriander, and saffron that feels plush yet well-trimmed, then eases into the honeyed cream of ylang ylang and a soft rose and neroli bouquet. A smooth base of amber, sandalwood, birch, and patchouli settles into an elegant trail that reads timeless and impeccably Italian on skin.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2013. Perfumer: Jacques Flori.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Carnation, Pepper, Coriander, Saffron.
Heart: Ylang ylang, Rose, Neroli.
Base: Amber, Sandalwood, Birch, Patchouli.
Story and Positioning
Part of Xerjoff’s Casamorati collection, 1888 pays homage to nineteenth-century Italian perfumery while wearing with modern polish. The brand frames it as a woody amber warmed by leather-toned associations and Mysore sandalwood, while Fragrantica highlights its opulent carnation and saffron glow. It suits dressed-up days and after dark occasions, and if you enjoy the ambery cola-like vibe of Roja Enigma Parfum Cologne or the spicy shimmer of Mugler’s Miroir des Majestes, 1888 explores a similar mood with a distinctly floral heart. Casamorati was revived by Xerjoff in 2009 to preserve the Art Nouveau spirit of the historic house, and the 1888 scent family has extended into ancillary products like a Luxury Bath Collection with hair mists.
Bottle and Design
The Casamorati flacon for 1888 presents deep red glass with an embossed crest medallion, a gleaming metal cap, and a silk-like cord finished with a tassel. The label art and sculpted silhouette nod to Italian Art Nouveau, while the generous heft and saturated color make it a striking display piece on a dresser or shelf.
Country of Origin: Italy
Manufacturer: Xerjoff Group S.p.A
Address: Via Carlo Tenivelli 29, Moncalieri, Torino, Italy, 10024
Country of Manufacture: Italy
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