Alexandria Fragrances 2018 Extrait

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Summer 1872

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Alexandria Fragrances Summer 1872 is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2018. Summer 1872 opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Lime, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Marigold, Jasmine, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Alexandria Fragrances's Summer 1872 carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

If longevity's your game, this is a solid choice. It's an invigorating blast of citrus and spice, but for some, the pepper might be a bit much. A divisive one, so sample first.
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  • Classic
  • Feminine
  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Sophisticated
Summer 1872 Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Winter

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its energetic, fresh spicy opening makes it versatile for casual and active wear. While it has a prominent projection, the citrus and aromatic nature keeps it just about office-friendly, though perhaps a touch too bold for formal settings.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Opens with an energetic riot of citrus - think bergamot and lime, sharpened by a kick of pepper and the green bite of galbanum. As the initial zest settles, a subtle floral heart emerges, with jasmine and marigold adding a touch of smooth elegance. The dry down is a warm embrace of amber and musk, grounded by earthy patchouli and cedar, with an enduring fresh spice hum.

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