Best 40 Knots by Xerjoff Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
40 Knots by Xerjoff is an aromatic aquatic fragrance defined by its blend of cedarwood, sandalwood, sea salt, and cut grass. It evokes a fresh, maritime atmosphere with a woody base that balances saltiness and greenery. Those drawn to crisp, natural marine scents with a smooth, woody undertone will find these characteristics central when exploring similar fragrances.
Sous Le Pont Mirabeau by Etat Libre d'Orange £155.00
- Key notes:
- ambergris
- cedarwood
- elemi
- fig
- sandalwood
- sea salt
- violet leaf
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- marine
- woody
L'espérance est violente.
Mirabeau, what a pretty word, peculiarly Parisian, suspended above the Seine. It composes a memory, joins another bank, and returns by following its trail of sandalwood, pink bay and cedar. In the heart of the City of Light, on the way to the twilight of the day, there is a bridge, a poem and a perfume.
A discreet and symbolic bridge, of the master-builder spirit which transcends borders, becoming better by coming together. Those solid foundations of cedar, sandalwood and orcanox span love and musk.
A poem as slow as it is violent, expressing the brutal and desirable hope of the one who would like to believe, of the one who wants to love. Vanilla, I write your name on the water, with muffled traces of incense and violet green.
A perfume to save us, fish us silently out of the water, bringing us above the Seine, our spirits on the water of our essences, bergamot and pink berry mingled with fig in a glass bottle, fiercely reuniting bodies in unison with souls, coming back to her by following her wake.
Albatros by Mendittorosa £200.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- sea salt
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- marine
- woody
Versi is an olfactory study in three chapters. Versi explores and enjoys the wonderful correspondences between Perfume and Poetry. The third and last of the three studies is Albatros Eau de Parfum inspired by the poem of the same name by Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867). The poem was published in the collection Les Fleurs du mal. It is indeed the second poem of the collection (first edition: 1857). It is found in the first of the books six sections, which has the title: Spleen et Idéal.
Perfumer: Anne Sophie Baeghel
Concept & Creative Design: Stefania Squeglia
Dead Air by Oddity £170.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- davana
- mineral accord
- narcissus
- oak
- sea salt
- vetiver
- violet leaf
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
- woody
Macabre fantasy of decadent shadows and drama, unfolding from a fresh salty breeze to the deep dark underwater with blurry black tones, exuberant flora and a binding touch of wood.
Lids for Dead Air are made by hand from imperfectly beautiful charcoal encapsulated in epoxy resin resulting in unique shapes and shades, each is one of a kind — a true masterpiece.
Master perfumer
Mark Buxton
Fathom V Director's Cut by Beaufort £195.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- green leaves
- sea salt
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- green
- leather
- marine
To commemorate a decade of Fathom V, Beaufort has produced a limited edition ‘Directors Cut’ extrait version of the scent: the ‘big green beast’ retooled in an ultra-strong variant at a 150% higher oil inclusion.
This ‘extended’ version brings to life the more muted aspects of the original, heightening the spices and turning the flower shop plant stems aspect into a fallen forest of green. Incredibly powerful and extremely long-lasting. Each all-black bottle is individually numbered, with the edition running to only 1000 pieces worldwide. Each box contains a hand-signed note of authenticity.
Helix by CARNER £150.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- cedarwood
- clary sage
- lactonic nuance
- orange blossom
- sea salt
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- marine
- woody
A harmonious blend of lily-of-the-valley and orange blossom meets a refreshing hint of sea salt and bright bergamot. Creamy lactonic nuances unfold, enhanced by a soft musk and earthy vetiver base for an exquisite diffusion.
Tonnerre by Beaufort £125.00
- Key notes:
- birch tar
- blood accord
- cedarwood
- fir
- gun powder
- sea salt
- smoke
- Aromagroups:
- unconventional
- woody
Tonnerre, originally called 1805 - the year in which Nelson both won the Battle of Trafalgar and lost his life: The year in which Sir Francis Beaufort introduced his ‘wind force scale’.
The scent imagines moments within the battle itself. Powerful accords of smoke, gunpowder, blood and brandy combine with sea spray and a penetrating citrus note. The fragrance is singularly bold in its composition, yet ultimately refined, provocative and unique.
Book | Personal by Commodity £135.00
- Key notes:
- black tea
- cedarwood
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Conjuring the nostalgic, crisp woody essence of Book Balanced & Expressive with sandalwood and cedarwood, this lighter rendition puts the emphasis on freshness with the addition of aromatic black tea.
This is the Personal version of Book, for those who prefer a subtle, intimately-projecting fragrance that invites closeness. Also try Book | Balanced & Expressive and Book | Bold.
Brume d'hiver by Marie Jeanne £60.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Perfume: Sidonie Lancesseur
Marie Jeanne have carefully developed this winter mist (brume is a 6% strong blend) with natural essential oils. It creates a warm and cozy atmosphere and envelops you with its comforting notes. The mist can be diffused in your home or used as a personal fragrance for a relaxing time.
Featured ingredients:
Sandalwood (New-Caledonia): known to reduce stress and emotional balance.
Cedar (United-States): to create a reassuring and warm ambiance.
Ylang-Ylang (Comoros): known for its calming virtues, this essential oil promotes relaxation and letting go of your stresses.
Patchouli (New-Caledonia): known for its purifying and regenerative qualities.
DIRTY RICE by BORNTOSTANDOUT £160.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- powdery notes
- rice
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- unconventional
- woody
Dirty Rice evokes the fresh powdery green aroma of rice shoots ready to go in the sunlit mud of a flooded paddy.
PERFUMER
OLIVER CRESP
Heathens Cowboys And The Santa Ana Winds by Discothèque £130.00
- Key notes:
- cardamom
- cedarwood
- hay
- sandalwood
- tumbleweed
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
Year: 1986
Place: Los Angeles
Palm trees, a wild sweet breeze, fortunes told, green tea leaves, naked hips, Freudian slips, loose lips, sandalwood embers in warm amber sunsets, a city of angels with no angels, a haven for heathens, cowboys and nymphos.
About 40 Knots by Xerjoff
- What makes 40 Knots by Xerjoff distinctive among aromatic aquatic fragrances?
- 40 Knots combines cedarwood and sandalwood with sea salt and cut grass, creating a fresh maritime woody scent with a green edge. The inclusion of cut grass adds a unique natural freshness setting it apart from other aquatics.
- How does the presence or absence of sandalwood affect similarity to 40 Knots?
- Sandalwood adds a creamy, smooth woody depth to 40 Knots. Fragrances lacking sandalwood tend to be more focused on the aquatic or green aspects, resulting in a fresher but less creamy profile.









