Is Alexandria Fragrances The Blu Talassim a dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman?
Blue Talisman Extrait
| Extrait | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | - |
| $$$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
The Blu Talassim Extrait
Blue Talisman leans into a modern, ambroxan-heavy profile, aiming for projection and longevity at an ultra-luxury price. The Blu Talassim offers a more balanced, versatile experience with fresh spicy and resinous notes. The key difference lies in the accord profile: Talisman can be polarizing due to its strong pear and synthetic edge, while Talassim provides a safer, more approachable amber-woody scent. Choose Talisman if you want to make a statement; choose Talassim for everyday wear.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Blue Talisman
- The Blu Talassim
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance with strong projection and longevity.
- You enjoy modern, ambroxan-heavy scents.
- You're looking for a bold, attention-grabbing fragrance.
- Price is not a concern for you.
- You prefer a versatile, everyday fragrance.
- You want a balanced blend of fresh and resinous notes.
- You are seeking a more affordable alternative.
- You prefer a safer, more approachable scent profile.
This Extrait version of Blue Talisman is a divisive one. While some hail it as a masterpiece and a compliment magnet, others find it cloying, synthetic, or a redundant upgrade to the original EDP. Sample first to see if you get the pear nectar or the pickle juice.
Green and resinous, bridging fresh and smoky. Bergamot and violet leaf lead into amber, incense and sage, with cedar and musk beneath. It works between seasons.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Base Notes
Sandalwood
12% share of the perfume
Musk
12% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
9% share of the perfume
Vanilla
9% share of the perfume
Amberwood
8% share of the perfume
Musk
11%
vs
10%
Bergamot
5%
vs
16%
Pear
19% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
13% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
12% share of the perfume
Jasmine
12% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
9% share of the perfume
Vanilla
9% share of the perfume
Amberwood
8% share of the perfume
Bergamot
5%
vs
16%
Pear
19% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
12% share of the perfume
Amber
18% share of the perfume
Incense
14% share of the perfume
Sage
8% share of the perfume
Musk
11%
vs
10%
Sandalwood
12% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
9% share of the perfume
Vanilla
9% share of the perfume
Amberwood
8% share of the perfume
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
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Its potent extrait concentration and strong projection mean it's perhaps too much for a quiet office, despite its inherent freshness. However, its complex, long-lasting nature makes it excellent for dates, casual outings, and even formal events, offering depth without being overly stuffy.
Seasons
Incense, amber and sage settle best in autumn, and the green top keeps it comfortable in spring. Summer is a little warm, winter a little light.
Occasions
Fresh but resinous, it suits dates and casual days, and it will pass at the office. A formal event wants more weight.
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.
Shares 2 of its 8 notes, including Bergamot, Musk
Adds amber and cedar, drops amberwood and ambroxan
Where to buy
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