Is Alexandria Fragrances Black Tie Affair a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo?
Tuxedo EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2017 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Tie Affair Extrait
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive yet adored, Tuxedo by YSL is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a sophisticated, spicy marvel; for others, it's a weak, overpriced miss. Sample before you commit to this hyped scent.
A divisive scent that aims for high-class but splits opinion. While many laud its sophisticated drydown and value, others recoil from a harsh opening and 'wet dirty laundry' phase. Best sampled firsthand rather than blind bought.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 rich, spicy, and subtly sweet profile, alongside its often-reported moderate projection and longevity (though this varies wildly), makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. While some wear it casually, its refined nature leans away from everyday office or sport use, where it might feel a bit too 'dressed up'.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and formal, elegant scent profile make it wholly unsuitable for office or casual wear. This is designed for colder weather, evening events, and dressy occasions like formal gatherings or romantic dates.
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 9 notes is in the original, including Patchouli, Rose, Violet Leaf
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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