Alexandria Fragrances 2017 Extrait

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Aromatic Conflict

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Alexandria Fragrances Aromatic Conflict is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017. Aromatic Conflict opens with Oregano, Allspice, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Amber, Labdanum, Frankincense, and Opoponax, and dries down to a base of Smoke. Alexandria Fragrances's Aromatic Conflict carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a solid, budget-friendly clone of a cult favourite. If you're after a smoky, incense-heavy beast that performs like a champion, Aromatic Conflict delivers, even if a few purists sniff at its lack of 'refinement'.
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  • Confident
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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Aromatic Conflict Extrait bottle
Inspired by
Interlude Man by Amouage
48%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Allspice41%
Oregano31%
Bergamot28%
Heartas listed
Opoponax30%
Frankincense24%
Amber24%
Labdanum22%
Baseas listed
Smoke100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Aromatic Conflict is far too assertive for most office environments. It shines in more intimate or formal evening settings where its unique, smoky character can make a bold statement, ideally during colder weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Aromatic Conflict ignites with a punchy blend of pimiento and oregano, sharpened by a fleeting hint of bergamot to cut through the initial spice. It quickly settles into a rich, resinous heart with warm labdanum, earthy opoponax, and golden amber, all swaddled in generous plumes of frankincense and smouldering smoke. The base deepens into an intensely smoky, woody, and subtly leathery embrace, lingering with almost spiritual depth.

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