Shooting Stars La Capitale by Xerjoff

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.

Shooting Stars La Capitale by Xerjoff

Shooting Stars La Capitale by Xerjoff

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

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