Xerjoff P.13 Parfum – The Art of Desire in the Sketchbook Collection

The Language of Desire

The flacon itself reflects this concept. Its shape is bound with a leather cord, sealed in a way that invites both curiosity and hesitation. To open it, the seal must be broken, symbolizing the act of surrender that accompanies attraction. The crimson liquid inside mirrors the warmth of skin and pulse, while its white floral scent embodies the soft rhythm of intimacy. Every element speaks of duality, an interplay of control and release.

The Scent of Temptation

At its opening, P.13 unveils the radiant touch of bergamot and the gentle sweetness of violet, wrapped around a delicate Turkish rose. The heart is illuminated by tuberose, supported by jasmine, cloves, and orange blossom – a luminous and tactile bouquet that evokes warmth and closeness. The base settles into oakmoss, vanilla, tobacco, and balsam of Peru, creating a lingering, enveloping foundation.

The character of the perfume is defined by tuberose, a flower long associated with allure and emotional intensity. Here it feels both human and abstract, expressing desire as sensation rather than decoration. Its creamy texture and subtle spice conjure warmth against skin, shaping a fragrance that feels almost alive.

Crafted in Gesture and Form

The flacon of P.13 is the result of meticulous craftsmanship by Tuscan artisans. Each vessel is individually polished, fitted with golden metal accents, and bound by hand. The grooves that hold the cord are engraved with precision, ensuring that every bottle carries its own subtle variations. No two are identical, making each piece a personal work of art.

This artisanal process mirrors the philosophy of the Sketchbook collection itself - a space where ideas take physical shape, merging olfaction, design, and emotion. The bottle’s tension between restraint and release becomes a metaphor for the fragrance it contains, where beauty arises from balance.

Olfactory Family: Floral Oriental
Concentration: Parfum
Top Notes: Bergamot, Violet, Turkish Rose
Heart Notes: Jasmine, Cloves, Tuberose, Orange Blossom
Base Notes: Oakmoss, Vanilla, Tobacco, Balsam of Peru

A Limited Expression

Only 150 flacons of Xerjoff P.13 Parfum have been produced, each available exclusively through Xerjoff’s monobrand boutiques and the official website. This limited quantity underscores the collection’s philosophy: creation as expression, not repetition. P.13 is not designed for mass distribution, but as a gesture of craftsmanship and imagination.

The Sketchbook series continues to expand the artistic boundaries of perfumery, presenting scent as narrative and design as emotion. P.13 stands within this vision as a study of desire – not as seduction, but as reflection. Its crimson essence, bound in cord and glass, embodies the paradox of control and surrender, making it one of the most evocative creations in the Xerjoff portfolio.