Lira | Xerjoff (Casamorati 1888)
Picture a sunlit Italian kitchen at dusk, a slice of warm citrus cake cooling on the counter, the air sweet with caramel and vanilla and softened by a curl of spice. That is the world Lira invites you into. Part of Xerjoff's heritage Casamorati 1888 collection — a line inspired by 19th-century Italian perfumery — Lira reimagines a scent first conceived for a young actress destined to be unforgettable. It opens bright and effervescent, with blood orange and bergamot lifted by a whisper of lavender, before melting into a romantic heart of jasmine, rose, cinnamon and licorice. The drydown is where Lira earns its devotion: a plush, gourmand base of caramel, vanilla and musk that lingers like a fond memory. Sweet but never cloying, it's the rare dessert fragrance that stays elegant from first spray to last.
Lira is for the person who wants to smell warm, inviting and quietly luxurious — equally at home on a winter date night or wrapped around an ordinary Tuesday made suddenly special.
At a glance
Lira is a gourmand-floral best loved in fall and winter. Expect strong longevity (most wearers report 8–10 hours) with moderate projection that settles into an intimate, skin-close warmth in the later hours. Though housed in the Casamorati women's line, its citrus-and-spice balance gives it genuine unisex appeal.
Top notes: Blood Orange, Bergamot, Lavender
Heart notes: Cinnamon, Licorice, Jasmine, Rose
Base notes: Caramel, Vanilla, Musk
- Eau de Parfum
- Casamorati 1888 Collection
- Made in Italy
- House: Xerjoff
- Year of launch: 2011
Frequently asked
What does Xerjoff Lira smell like? A warm gourmand often described as a soft lemon-caramel cake — sweet caramel and vanilla wrapped in citrus, florals and a touch of cinnamon spice, balanced so it reads refined rather than syrupy.
Is Lira unisex? Marketed within Casamorati's women's line, but the bright citrus opening and spiced heart make it easy to wear for anyone drawn to elegant sweet scents.
How long does Lira last? Above average — typically 8–10 hours on skin, with moderate projection that becomes a close skin scent over time.
When should I wear it? It shines in cooler weather (fall and winter) and suits date nights, evenings out, and cozy occasions.
