Signature Royale X

Signature Royale X is nominally a flanker of the flanker, Signature Royale, from 2020, but smell-wise, quite distinct, at least to me, a bit spicier, with, as advertised, a sort of animalic/dirty component, not invasively but rather harmonious with a good sort of semi-fresh/floral, spicy, woody center. Key notes for me are the lavender, citruses, juniper, woods, patchouli, and oud. After a little drying down it ends up being, well, dry—still lively, but with the spices in sober harmony with one another. I don’t get the pimento berry (as I don’t know what the berry smells like) but in my mind, it bridges the gap from the spiky juniper to the spicier cardamom/patchouli/leather/oud aspects. Overall, this is really nice, and like the original Signature and Signature Noir before it has major “men’s signature scent vibes” while being modern and versatile enough to not be purely nor stereotypically masculine. And it’s notably less sweet and powder than Signature and Signature Noir, and might appeal more so to those who want something a little less modern than the aforementioned. Signature and Signature feels more like the 2010s and pre-1990s, whereas Signature Royale X feels like the 1990s and 2000s—those are my scent memories and connections, and yours might very well differ. Regardless, I’d certainly suggest sampling Signature Royale X, as with the rest of the house, of course, with its rich and deep variety. In extrait/parfum concentration at 27%, it’s a higher concentration than its EDP predecessors but I don’t find it markedly different on my skin from the others, which have pretty much all been high-performing. 8 out of 10

So I've owned multiple Zaharoffs now. But in the last couple of years have been hesitant due to 'BO' 'Armpit' etc comments. Signature Pour Homme is in my Top 3 of all time. And the others I have tried are really good perfumes just a few aren't for me ie Rosé. Over the weekend I just got to smell the whole line of Zaharoff with a rep. This opening is incredible... off the atomizer it reminded me of the musk in Creed Himalaya. This had a beautiful opening and superb drydown. Perhaps some people just don't like heavy Musk AND if you are not clean Musk will always Amp up any BO... I don't think this perfume gives off a BO vibe. I wore it yesterday and got 2 compliments, the first compliments I've had in months! This and the original Royale are my favorite from this flanked XXX & XXXL aren't for me but they're good quality and solid perfumes. This is the first perfume in a long time that made my jaw drop on the opening. Performance is solid, had a nice bubble, not a big projector but it's not supposed to be. I get the 'after sex' kinda vibe but this is sexy in my opinion. I just wish they came in 120ml bottles... Signature Pour Homme is still my first choice but this is top 3 from Zaharoff for me. Other releases really surprised me too... I really don't know why I doubted the genuine intent of great perfumery that Zaharoff has been creating. 9/10 - losing a point for versatility. You can wear this is summer & winter i believe but I'd only wear it for specific occasions. Dates this would be perfect.

One of my favourite summer soapy fragrances; I like all the signature royales, but the Royale X would win for me in a competition. Imagine you are in a very well designed five star hotel somewhere in some fancy place. You just enjoyed a relaxing day at the pool. You come back to your room, put on some smooth tunes to set the scene, hit that marble tiled rainshower and shave to perfection. Put on some classy clothes and of course the matching watch. This is when Signature Royale X tops it off and let's you enhance that rich feeling to a level you thought was never possible. The afternoon cocktail followed by a Michelin star dinner while catching that beautiful sunset is the perfect closure for the day. Keep smelling for more dreamy situations. George, you legend. This fragrance must resemble the most luxurious soap bar you've ever smelled. Love it! A beautiful soapy fragrance with that typical DNA of the Signature line from Zaharoff: 9.5/10

I do Not care for compliments, but this gem has easily become my most complemented fragrance, i can’t explain it .. It’s not specifically my favorite profile but when i tell You people love this thing on me .. I get a citric soapy opening but that musk comes to party hard and heavy and Ig people appreciate that , i have no complaints besides people comparing it to things like 360 , that was my favorite fragrance As a 12 year old boy and this is a million times better so it does it no justice to compare it to something so thin with no body i dont Get anything specifically close to 360 besides freshness, this is my favorite from the brand . I thought it was rosé but this is the one ... Lastly i dont Get anything xXx about the fragrance and I’m fine with that so don’t let the description of the fragrance scare you , GEORGE and his team nailed this 8 of a 10 would score higher but I’m not big on shower profiles

Signature Royale X opens up with a bright bergamot that is lifted by a clean and slightly powdery lavender. The fresh cardamom smell adds a bit of spiciness without making it too warm. This gives it a fresh soapy vibe that will persist throughout the fragrance, but the bergamot will taper off before the base comes out. As the heart emerges, you start to get the musk in full force. You can pick up the musk in the opening, but it doesn't really start showing until the heart comes out. Some people have said this is a clean musk. I strongly disagree. This is not a soapy white musk. This musk is rich, warm, and animalic. It's not overpoweringly animalic. It just adds a touch of skankiness to it. It combines with the creamy and buttery sandalwood that the original Royale and Signature are known for to create a creamy animalic woody musk. It's quite beautiful when paired with lavender and some smooth woods.