Eros Flame is an intense and passionate men's fragrance, part of Versace's Eros line. Launched in 2018, it expresses a profound duality: "cold and hot, sweet and spicy, light and shadow."
It is designed for the confident, sensual and determined man – someone who lives with passion and wants to make his presence felt with personality.
Olfactory pyramid
Top notes: Mandarin, Chinotto, Lemon, Madagascar Black Pepper, Rosemary
The opening is vibrant and Mediterranean: juicy and bright citrus fruits (mandarin, lemon, chinotto) mix with spicy black pepper and an aromatic touch of rosemary, for a fresh but characterful start.
Heart Notes: Geranium, Rose, Pepperwood™
The heart introduces a warmer, more floral-spicy nuance: geranium and rose add elegance, while pepperwood provides depth and a slightly spicy, woody accent.
Base notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Texas Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Oakmoss
The drydown is warm, enveloping, and sensual. Vanilla and tonka bean offer creamy sweetness and comfort; cedar, sandalwood, and patchouli provide woody body and structure; oakmoss adds a slightly earthy and refined touch.
Character of the fragrance
Eros Flame is a woody-spicy-gourmand perfume, built on well-calibrated contrasts.
At first it vibrates with Mediterranean freshness , thanks to the citrus fruits and aromatic/spicy notes.
It then evolves towards a warmer and more sensual depth , with a floral-spicy heart.
It finally settles into a sweet-woody-amber accord , with vanilla and woods that make the trail warm, enveloping and slightly seductive.
Ultimately, Eros Flame exudes energy, charisma and mature sensuality : it is not a light or “pure summer day” perfume — but a perfume designed to leave its mark.
Occasions of use
Eros Flame is ideal for:
Evenings, dates, night outs, social moments — thanks to her confident and seductive profile.
Autumn, winter, cool seasons or slightly cool spring/summer evenings : the warm base and spicy notes are enhanced by moderate or low temperatures.
Elegant but not formal settings, clubs, events, nightlife — perfect if you want to make a statement with style and presence.
It can also work well as a “casual-elegant perfume” , not too demanding like a niche, but with character.
However, it is not the ideal choice for sporting activities, hot days in the middle of summer or contexts where absolute discretion is required.
Performance
Persistence: Generally good — many people report 6–8 hours or more on skin, and often even longer on clothing.
Projection / Sillage: Initially quite decent: the fragrance is noticeable in the first few hours and leaves a recognizable trail. Over time, it tends to shift towards a more skin-friendly presence, but with a persistent base.
Evolution: from citrus-spicy at the beginning, to sweet-woody-amber in the dry-down — a well-structured evolution that maintains interest and character.
Many consider it a “compliment-getter”: light at the beginning, then enveloping and sensual, especially in the central/final hours.
Conclusion
Versace Eros Flame is a powerful, seductive and contemporary fragrance, perfect for the man who wants charisma, passion and olfactory presence .
It's an excellent choice if you're looking for a bold, masculine, and slightly gourmand-spicy evening fragrance, suitable for outings, meetings, and moments when you want to make an impact. Its duality—fresh citrus, spice, sweetness, and woods—makes it versatile for many evening contexts.
