Alexandria II Eau de Parfum vs Alexander The Great Eau de Parfum

Alexandria II

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Alexandria II

A regal oud-amber composition, Alexandria II is a benchmark for opulent, brooding woods with an aristocratic signature. Fearlessly rich and enveloping, it commands attention with refinement and depth.

Statement

Our Verdict - Alexander The Great

This one's a mixed bag, to be honest. Some reckon it's a wonderfully complex, luxurious oud, woody, and powdery rose blend that really makes you stand out. Others, however, are utterly underwhelmed by its performance, claiming it barely lasts and doesn't live up to its 'great' name, or its price tag.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	1%
Floral	33%	24%
Fruity	9%	4%
Green	11%	7%
Sweet	15%	28%
Warm	10%	10%
Woody	24%	31%
Earthy	2%	2%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	22%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 25% vs 24%

Rosewood 25% vs 34%

Apple 24% vs 17%

Cinnamon 24% vs 24%

Shared Notes

Rose 35% vs 33%

Cedar 35% vs 33%

Lily Of The Valley 28% vs 33%

Only in Alexander The Great

Sandalwood 52% Vanilla 48%

Accords

Alexandria II Alexander The Great

100%

Woody

100%

80%

Amber

58%

70%

Warm Spicy

65%

55%

Powdery

63%

Vanilla

54%

Oud

54%

Lavender

52%

Cinnamon

52%

Rose

48%

Sweet

47%

Woody shared

100%

Amber shared

80%

58%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

65%

Powdery shared

55%

63%

Vanilla

54%

Oud

54%

Lavender

52%

Cinnamon

52%

Rose

48%

Sweet

47%

Performance

Alexandria II Alexander The Great

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Alexandria II

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Alexandria II's dense oud, sandalwood, resin and spice profile is ideal for cooler fall and winter months, while its floral and subtle fruit notes allow it to transition into spring. It is too rich and opulent for most summer weather.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

The commanding trail, luxurious oud and spicy-amber base make it a standout for formal events or romantic evenings. Its richness can be overwhelming in casual or office settings and is unsuitable for sport.

Alexander The Great

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its sophisticated woody and warm spicy accords make it suitable for dates and formal events, offering a sense of luxury. However, given the debate over its performance, it might be too subtle for some formal settings and generally ill-suited for energetic or casual daytime wear where a stronger presence is desired.