Fragrance World 2021 EDP

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Alpha

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Fragrance World Alpha is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Alpha opens with Palo Santo, Violet Leaf, Pepper, and Incense, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Cade, Leather, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Resins, and Guaiac Wood. Fragrance World's Alpha carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This "Alpha" is a solid, budget-friendly dupe, delivering an impressive take on a high-end woody incense. While it might fall short on projection for some, its excellent scent profile and quality-for-price make it a firm favourite for many.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
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Alpha Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Ébène Fumé by Tom Ford
93%
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Ébène Fumé the original Alpha inspired by

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage makes it acceptable for a subtle office wear, and the warm, woody character is well-suited for dates and formal events. However, it's not a casual or sport scent due to its depth and lack of freshness.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Imagine stepping into an ancient temple where violet leaf and pepper introduce a sharp, vibrant opening. Soon, the air fills with the mystical scent of palo santo and deep incense, evolving into a heart of rich labdanum and worn leather, subtly supported by papyrus and a hint of rose. The dry-down is an elegant blend of dark ebony and guaiac woods, wrapped in resins, creating a lingering, warm woody embrace.

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