Alexandria III Parfum vs Defender Third Eau de Parfum

Alexandria III

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	M
2019	Year	-
£££££	Price Tier	££

Defender Third

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Alexandria III

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 Third

Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Xerjoff - Alexandria III. Built around Rose, Lavender, Lily Of The Valley, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Xerjoff - Alexandria III.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	28%	33%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	6%	8%
Sweet	19%	22%
Warm	13%	8%
Woody	27%	18%
Earthy	5%	5%
Animalic	11%	10%
Fresh	14%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Alexandria III Parfum

Defender Third EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Lavender 41% Rosewood 34% Cinnamon 24%

Top Notes

Only in Alexandria III

Lavender 41% Rosewood 34% Cinnamon 24%

Shared Notes

Rose 49% vs 36%

Lily Of The Valley 26% vs 30%

Only in Alexandria III

Cedar 25%

Only in Defender Third

Lavender 33%

Shared Notes

Musk 19% vs 18%

Sandalwood 18% vs 17%

Amber 18% vs 24%

Vanilla 15% vs 16%

Only in Alexandria III

Oud 28%

Only in Defender Third

Cedar 22%

Accords

Alexandria III Defender Third

100%

Oud

96%

Woody

70%

73%

Rose

70%

Animalic

64%

Lavender

57%

Powdery

57%

Amber

51%

Musky

50%

Warm Spicy

Sweet

50%

48%

Floral

Oud

100%

Woody shared

96%

70%

Rose

73%

Animalic

70%

Lavender

64%

Powdery

57%

Amber

57%

Musky

51%

Warm Spicy

50%

Sweet

50%

Floral

48%

Performance

Alexandria III Defender Third

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

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 Third