Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale

for women and men

Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale is an Oriental scent with juicy fruit, amber warmth, and leather, made for dressed-up nights and richer tastes.

Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale

Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale

1.7 oz EDP Spray
$279.00 USD
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Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale
$279.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale is a rich Oriental scent that blends juicy fruit, caramel sweetness, amber warmth, and a soft leather edge. It leans dressy, confident, and a little indulgent rather than casual or sporty. Best for cooler weather and nighttime wear, it suits dates, parties, and formal evenings where you want something noticeable but not overwhelming. If you enjoy sweet fragrances with depth and warmth, this is a strong pick.

Accords

Sweet
Amber
Fruity
Leather
Warm Spicy
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A Scent For

This fits someone who likes sweetness but wants more depth than a simple sugary scent. The leather, saffron, and amber give it a more mature, evening-ready feel, so it suits confident wearers who enjoy fragrance being part of their outfit. It can work on any gender without leaning too sharp or too soft. Not the best choice if you want a clean daytime signature or if heavy sweetness tends to wear you out.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

La Capitale makes the most sense in Fall, Winter, and cooler Spring nights, especially for date nights, parties, formal events, and evenings out. The warmth and sweetness feel natural after dark and in dressed-up settings. It has enough presence to be noticed, but it is not a room-filling powerhouse. I would skip it for the gym, very hot weather, or tight daytime office settings where a lighter, cleaner scent usually feels more comfortable.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Caramel
Caramel
Peach
Peach
Strawberry
Strawberry

Middle Notes

Amber
Amber
Ginger
Ginger
Iranian saffron
Iranian saffron
Leather
Leather
Rose
Rose

Base Notes

Benzoin
Benzoin
Bourbon vanilla
Bourbon vanilla
Labdanum
Labdanum

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Right away, La Capitale feels plush and sweet, with peach and strawberry giving it a juicy, almost candied character rather than a bright fresh-fruit effect. The caramel adds a creamy dessert-like tone, so the scent comes across warm, rich, and immediately noticeable. This is not a light or breezy start. It has a dressed-up, evening-friendly personality from the start, with enough softness to keep the sweetness from feeling harsh or sticky.

How it develops

After the fruity sweetness settles, the fragrance gets deeper and more textured. Amber brings a glowing warmth, ginger adds a gentle spicy lift, and saffron gives a dry, slightly leathery bite that keeps the sweetness from turning syrupy. Rose smooths the middle without making it floral-forward. In the drydown, vanilla, benzoin, and labdanum create a resinous, cozy base with a mellow sweetness that stays rich and steady instead of fading into something airy.

History

Released in 2019, Shooting Stars La Capitale is a unisex Xerjoff creation by Chris Maurice. It sits in the brand’s richer, statement-making side, built around sweet amber, fruit, and leather rather than a fresh or minimal style. Many wearers describe it as a more dressed-up scent, aimed at people who enjoy noticeable warmth and a fuller evening profile.

Perfumier

Chris Maurice

Country of Origin

Italy

Year Created

2019

Our Verdict

Buy this if you want a sweet, warm evening scent with fruit up top and a deeper amber-leather finish underneath. Skip it if you are after something airy, crisp, or understated for everyday daytime wear.

The Closest Scents to Xerjoff Shooting Stars La Capitale

Shooting Stars La Capitale is a sweet amber Oriental with fruity top notes and a leathery heart. This edit explores fragrances that share its warm, spicy foundation and rich gourmand undertones. While each recommendation builds on a similar amber sweet base, they vary in emphasis from vanilla and caramel to floral and woody accents, offering distinct yet related experiences.

Le Male Elixir Absolu shares the amber sweet warmth of La Capitale, with vanilla and tonka bean providing a similar rich base. It differs by introducing a lavender mint freshness in the top notes and a cinnamon orange blossom heart. This scent leans more masculine and aromatic, with a pronounced warm spicy accord that adds a bolder edge.

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Amber
Sweet
Vanilla
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
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Lira echoes La Capitale's sweet vanilla caramel gourmand character, using blood orange and lavender for a citrus aromatic opening. It differs by being lighter and more versatile, with a softer sillage and a licorice jasmine heart that adds a subtle floral licorice twist. This is a sweeter, more feminine take on the gourmand Oriental theme.

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Vanilla
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Date Night
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Travel
Dior Poison

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Poison shares the amber sweet Oriental family and a rich, opulent feel with La Capitale. However, it is far more complex, with a dense floral heart of tuberose, jasmine, and rose, plus incense and honey. Its fruity top notes of plum and wild berries create a darker, more intense experience, with stronger sillage and longevity.

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Oriental
Sweet
White Floral
Warm Spicy
Amber
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Love, Don't Be Shy aligns with La Capitale's sweet gourmand amber profile, featuring vanilla, caramel, and sugar. It diverges with a prominent white floral heart of honeysuckle, jasmine, and orange blossom, plus a powdery iris note. This scent is more floral and powdery, with a softer, more romantic character.

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Sweet
White Floral
Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
Xerjoff Italica

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Italica shares La Capitale's sweet vanilla gourmand core, with almond and milk creating a creamy, nutty opening. It differs by being more focused on toffee and bourbon vanilla, with woody sandalwood base notes. This scent is less fruity and more lactonic, offering a cozy, dessert like warmth.

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Sweet
Vanilla
Amber
Nutty
Woody
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Elixir des Merveilles matches La Capitale's amber sweet Oriental foundation, with caramel and vanilla in the heart. It stands apart with a woody balsamic base of cedar, incense, and patchouli, and a simple orange peel top note. This scent is earthier and more resinous, with a drier, more mature feel.

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Amber
Sweet
Woody
Vanilla
Balsamic
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Xerjoff Tony Iommi Monkey Special

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Tony Iommi Monkey Special shares La Capitale's sweet amber warmth and fruity top notes, with passionfruit and rum. It differs by being a Leather Oriental, with prominent leather, patchouli, and Bulgarian rose in the heart. This scent is bolder and more daring, with a smoky, boozy edge and stronger sillage.

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Leather
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Amber
Fruity
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
Kilian Angels' Share

Kilian Angels' Share

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Angels' Share echoes La Capitale's sweet gourmand amber profile, with cinnamon and cognac in the top notes. It differs by focusing on a boozy, woody character with praline and sandalwood in the base. This scent is more straightforwardly gourmand, with a warm, spiced apple pie like quality.

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Amber
Vanilla
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Woody
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
Parfums de Marly Carlisle

Parfums de Marly Carlisle

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Carlisle shares La Capitale's warm spicy Oriental structure, with saffron and nutmeg in the top notes. It diverges with a floral heart of jasmine, rose, and violet, plus a green apple freshness. This scent is more aromatic and versatile, with a woody patchouli vanilla base that adds depth.

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Warm Spicy
Vanilla
Woody
Sweet
Aromatic
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier

for men
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Jean Paul Gaultier aligns with La Capitale's amber sweet Oriental family, using vanilla and tonka bean in the base. It differs with a strong aromatic lavender mint opening and a spicy caraway cinnamon heart. This scent is more classic and masculine, with a fresh herbal edge that makes it suitable for everyday wear.

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Aromatic
Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Sweet
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Everyday
Everyday
Xerjoff Soprano

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Soprano shares La Capitale's sweet fruity top notes, with litchi and bergamot. It differs by being a fruity rose Oriental with a leather oud base. The heart features Bulgarian rose, milk, and osmanthus, creating a creamy floral contrast. This scent is more floral and animalic, with a bold, opulent character.

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Fruity
Rose
Leather
Oud
Sweet
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
Creed Delphinus

Creed Delphinus

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Delphinus matches La Capitale's amber warm spicy Oriental profile, with almond and pink pepper in the top notes. It differs by incorporating a leather accord and powdery heliotrope orris heart. The base features bourbon vanilla and tonka bean, but with a smoky incense opening that gives it a darker, more mysterious feel.

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Amber
Warm Spicy
Vanilla
Powdery
Leather
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal