Is Alexandria Fragrances Bespoke a dupe of Creed Royal Mayfair?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Royal Mayfair is a proper marmite fragrance - you'll either adore its unique, rosy-eucalyptus charm, or find it utterly repulsive. It's a polarizing scent for a reason, but those who love it, really love it. Just don't blind buy, mate.
This one's a solid, woody-rose clone with decent staying power. It's not quite Creed Royal Mayfair, lacking some of that zingy sparkle, but if you're after a more grounded, darker take on the original, this is a very good alternative.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated aromatic and woody profile, mixed with a prominent rose, lends itself well to formal and date settings. While some find its opening too bold for the office, its moderate projection and lasting power make it suitable for more relaxed work environments.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, woody-aromatic profile makes it highly suitable for office and formal wear, described by some as smelling like 'clean money' or shampoo. While it has good performance, it's not overpowering, making it versatile across multiple sophisticated settings.
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.
Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Pine, Orange, Lime
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Royal Mayfair EDP
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Bespoke Extrait
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