Show Notes
Steve and Sergio discuss the latter’s love of the ornately carved 'Sniff Bottles' that his father brought back from his trips to China. This fascination ultimately inspired him to create vessels made from semi-precious stones, gold and ebony, containing custom-designed perfumes. These sculptural objects led the way to the luxurious Xerjoff line of perfumes that we know today.
Featured Fragrances: Equipage from Hermes Acier Aluminium from Creed Patchouli Homme Anniversary from Xerjoff Elle Anniversary from Xerjoff Nio from Xerjoff Mefisto, Casamorati from Xerjoff Fiore D'Ulivo, Casamorati from Xerjoff Tony Iommi Monkey Special from Xerjoff NeoRio from Xerjoff Black Moonlight from Xerjoff Purple Accento from Xerjoff Erba Gold from Xerjoff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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