Alexandria Fragrances 2017 Extrait

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Sweet Smoke

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Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017. Sweet Smoke opens with Tobacco, settles into a heart of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Coffee, and Tobacco Blossom, and dries down to a base of Resins and Dried Fruits. Alexandria Fragrances's Sweet Smoke carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a serious contender for Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille, but with its own fiery personality. Some sniff a spicier, more direct take, while others find it a dead ringer for the original. Either way, it's a beast for performance and won't break the bank.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Inspired by
T Vanille by Tom Ford
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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.

Notes

Top

TobaccoTobacco

Heart

VanillaVanillaCoffeeCoffeeTonka BeanTonka BeanTobacco BlossomTobacco Blossom

Base

Dried FruitsDried FruitsResinsResins

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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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it less suitable for an office setting where it might overwhelm. Sweet Smoke shines on dates and during cooler evening events due to its warm, inviting, and sophisticated character, though it can work for casual wear when applied lightly.

Declarable allergens

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About

Sweet Smoke kicks off with a robust, almost peppery tobacco blast. As it settles, a sweet, creamy vanilla and tonka bean heart emerges, reminiscent of a chai latte or spiced dessert, with hints of dried fruits and a resinous warmth grounding the sweetness. The coffee note is subtle, blending into the rich, spicy gourmand complexity rather than standing out on its own. It's a smooth, rich scent that commands attention.

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