Is Alexandria Fragrances 1981X a dupe of Xerjoff Naxos?

Naxos EDP

Xerjoff   Original Statement

1981X Extrait

Alexandria Fragrances   Inspired Statement
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Naxos Eau de Parfum bottle Naxos EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2015 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
1981X Extrait bottle 1981X Extrait
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100ml at Notino
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Naxos EDP
A powerhouse honey-tobacco fragrance with opulent sweetness and Mediterranean zest, Naxos seduces with both assertive projection and plush comfort. Not for the shy-this is unisex luxury with true presence.
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Our Verdict - 1981X Extrait
This Naxos clone is a sweet, honeyed tobacco stunner, but be prepared for a bit of a wait. Owners swear by maceration to truly unlock its full, compliment-getting potential. Once it's ready, it's a cold-weather essential.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Naxos EDP A 1981X Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Naxos EDP
1981X Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 38% vs 29%
Tobacco 34% vs 34%
Vanilla 33% vs 31%
Bergamot 31% vs 22%
Tonka Bean 31% vs 34%
Lemon 30% vs 22%
Honey 30% vs 46%
Cinnamon 25% vs 29%
Jasmine 22% vs 25%
Cashmeran 22% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Lavender 38% vs 29%
Bergamot 31% vs 22%
Lemon 30% vs 22%
Only in 1981X
Jasmine 25%
Shared Notes
Honey 30% vs 46%
Cinnamon 25% vs 29%
Cashmeran 22% vs 23%
Only in Naxos
Jasmine 22%
Shared Notes
Tobacco 34% vs 34%
Vanilla 33% vs 31%
Tonka Bean 31% vs 34%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Naxos 1981X
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Naxos

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Naxos thrives in cooler weather and transitional seasons, as its honeyed sweetness, rich tobacco, and warm spicy facets bloom best in the fall and winter air. The bright citrus and aromatic opening keeps it wearable in spring, though it can feel heavy in high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its honey-tobacco richness and assertive projection make it ideal for evening, date, and formal occasions where you want to stand out. It's less suited for the office or sporty settings due to its sweetness and boldness.

1981X

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and sweet, dense profile make it less suitable for the office where subtlety is key. However, its sophisticated and sensual character, combined with excellent longevity, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. It can work casually in cooler weather but it's too heavy for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 10 notes is in the original, including Tobacco, Tonka Bean, Vanilla

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

Naxos EDP
1981X Extrait
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