Nasomatto Fantomas is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires strong reactions. While fans praise its unique fruity-musky profile and intriguing synthetic qualities, detractors criticize its poor longevity and overly chemical scent profile. Community consensus recommends sampling before committing to a full bottle.
Θετικό
Unique, polarizing scent with intriguing fruity-musky profile
Strong projection and performance in warm weather
Airy quality with interesting synthetic elements that some find appealing
Compliment-worthy for those who enjoy Nasomatto's house style
Αρνητικό
Poor performance/longevity, similar to mass-market fragrances
Overly synthetic and chemical-smelling to some, causing physical discomfort
Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — XJ 1861 Naxos
Θετικό
82 γνώμες · Πηγή: κοινότητα r/fragrance
8.2
/10
Xerjoff XJ 1861 Naxos is highly regarded in the r/fragrance community as an exceptional tobacco fragrance with excellent performance. The consensus highlights its complex blend of honey, lavender, cinnamon, and vanilla with remarkable longevity, though the prominent lavender can be polarizing for some wearers.
Θετικό
Excellent longevity and performance on skin and clothes
Unique tobacco scent with honey, lavender, and spice complexity
Versatile unisex fragrance sitting between masculine and feminine
Strong gourmand quality with vanilla and cinnamon notes
Αρνητικό
Lavender note can be harsh or overpowering for some wearers
Not a traditional tobacco scent for those seeking pure pipe tobacco
Συχνές ερωτήσεις
What's the difference between Fantomas and XJ 1861 Naxos?+
Fantomas is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nasomatto (2020) dominated by Sweet accords. XJ 1861 Naxos is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2015) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 1 accord: Sweet.
By community rating, Fantomas scores 3.72/5 vs XJ 1861 Naxos at 4.51/5. On r/fragrance, Fantomas sits at 6.2/10 (mixed) while XJ 1861 Naxos is 8.2/10 (positive). Fantomas's standout strength: Unique, polarizing scent with intriguing fruity-musky profile. XJ 1861 Naxos's standout strength: Excellent longevity and performance on skin and clothes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Fantomas and XJ 1861 Naxos smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Fantomas: Nasomatto Fantomas is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires strong reactions. XJ 1861 Naxos: Xerjoff XJ 1861 Naxos is highly regarded in the r/fragrance community as an exceptional tobacco fragrance with excellent performance.
Which lasts longer, Fantomas or XJ 1861 Naxos?+
Fantomas: Strong projection and performance in warm weather XJ 1861 Naxos: Excellent longevity and performance on skin and clothes Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Fantomas vs XJ 1861 Naxos?+
Fantomas scores highest for spring wear; XJ 1861 Naxos scores highest for winter wear. Fantomas leans daytime, XJ 1861 Naxos leans evening.
Highly polarizing and divisive among wearers
Not recommended for blind buying due to specific/particular nature
High price point typical of Xerjoff niche fragrances
