Alexandria III Parfum

Xerjoff by Chris Maurice
91%

Defender Second EDP

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Parfum Concentration EDP
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2019 Year 2012
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Alexandria III Parfum
Alexandria III is a deeply polarising oud-rose that improves on its predecessor for some, while others view it as a total misstep. Expect a loud, luxurious scent that demands attention - just be sure you actually like it first.
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Our Verdict - Defender Second EDP
Defender Second chases Xerjoff's revered Alexandria II - that soapy lavender and crisp apple-cinnamon opening over an oud-amber-sandalwood base. The structure carries across, but it reads flatter and lighter, missing the original's plush woody depth and legendary longevity.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Alexandria III Parfum
Defender Second EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 41% vs 28%
Rosewood 34% vs 20%
Cinnamon 24% vs 24%
Only in Defender Second
Apple 28%
Shared Notes
Rose 49% vs 38%
Lily Of The Valley 26% vs 26%
Cedar 24% vs 35%
Shared Notes
Oud 27% vs 24%
Musk 19% vs 15%
Amber 18% vs 19%
Sandalwood 18% vs 21%
Vanilla 15% vs 18%

Accords

Alexandria III Defender Second
100%
Oud
70%
96%
Woody
85%
73%
Rose
70%
Animalic
57%
Amber
70%
64%
Lavender
57%
Powdery
Aromatic
55%
51%
Musky
50%
Warm Spicy
50%
48%
Floral
Sweet
45%
Oud shared
100%
70%
Woody shared
96%
85%
Rose
73%
Animalic
70%
Amber shared
57%
70%
Lavender
64%
Powdery
57%
Aromatic
55%
Musky
51%
Warm Spicy shared
50%
50%
Floral
48%
Sweet
45%

Performance

Alexandria III Defender Second
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Alexandria III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its beast-mode projection and longevity make it unsuitable for an office setting. This is a special occasion fragrance, perfectly suited for elegant formal events and romantic evenings where making a statement is desired.

Defender Second

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The oud, amber and warm woods suit cooler months and transitional spring, feeling heavy in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

An elegant oud-woody profile that shines at evenings and formal occasions, with enough polish for dates and the office.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean oud, woody, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Alexandria III Parfum
Defender Second EDP
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