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Alexandria II
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Alexandria II by Xerjoff is an oriental woody fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2012, this composition was created by perfumer Chris Maurice. Its top notes of sandalwood, lavender, cinnamon and apple give way to a heart of rose, cedar and valley lily. The trail closes with a base of oud wood, sandalwood, amber, vanilla and musk.
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Wow, what fragrance is this? It has a delicious scent, not for everyone, but if you love woods and oud, this is love at first sight. It’s a monstrous fragrance in terms of trail and longevity, an opulent jewel. Worth every penny, I give it 10/10. Few will have the taste to wear it. It’s unique to my area, comfortable and wearable, full of power with curious notes that give a sense of luxury balm. It’s pure spark to draw attention.
INCREDIBLE, SOVEREIGN, EXTRAORDINARY. ELEGANT and HYPNOTIC. LASTS ALL DAY and even on clothes for days. INCREDIBLE QUALITY and a MASSIVE TRAIL.
FIRST NICHES PERFUME I TRIED AND IT WAS A BEFORE AND AFTER (for those who haven’t tried them). IT DELIVERS EVERYTHING: it creates a personal bubble of class and elegance (the cinnamon is BRUTAL). The opening is addictive and works on hot days (ideal for the Caribbean). IT’S NOT OVERPOWERING. HOW DOES IT SMELL? CREAMY, SEMI-SWEET, FRESH and evolves into warmth from the amber and spice from the cinnamon. FACT: if you sit down, you leave the bubble on the chair.
The worst perfume I’ve ever tried. From the opening to the dry down, it’s absolutely disgusting. I own over 120 perfumes and none have made me feel this repulsed. I bought a decant and nearly vomited when I smelled it; it’s very strong, but it’s the first one I’m giving a 0/10.
This is 200% elegance. Ideal for business dates or important dinners. I’ve had it for a few weeks and it’s insane; the notes become more distinct over time and it lasts perfectly for 8 hours or more. Confirmed alternatives: Armani Code or WO 1 from Zara.
It smells of fresh lavender soap and green apple. It’s elegant, high quality, with excellent longevity and projection.
For the third time I’m buying it… It smells of pure luxury, with notes of the highest quality. It’s the best-selling fragrance from Xerjoff, try it!
I was gifted a sample this summer and wanted it all year until September when I finally bought it. I’ll have it at home in a few days to write a full review, but I already know it’s unique, special and captivating. I can’t imagine any man looking better wearing this.
It’s a luxury, one of my favourites. A delicious oriental scent with fine woods, amber, a good oud, cinnamon and lavender. Elegant and sophisticated with great longevity, just like all the Alexandria fragrances from Xerjoff. At first, the woods, cinnamon and lavender come through; as it dries down, the oud, rose and amber take over. Delicious and always elegant.
The moment I smelled it, I was instantly transported to the hold of an old galleon or a dark-wood antique library; I believe this is exactly the feeling this perfume seeks and achieves.
Stop your watches. We are facing something that surpasses the limits of perfumery. Like good stories, it has an introduction, a climax, and a resolution, but Alexandria II goes further with impossible twists that make it a masterpiece. It begins with a cocktail of lavender, cinnamon, and rustic woods that trap you in a dark and mysterious world, then post-winter flowers and cedar arrive. Everything prepares an unexpected finale with greasy sandalwood, sweet amber, and musk cleanliness. And just when we applaud, oud and vanilla burst in to remind us why we fell in love with this industry.
The best perfume I’ve ever smelled. Simple, masculine, woody, not thick but potent. Longevity and projection are perfect: others smell you without being aggressive. It projects consistently for 12+ hours, so if you apply it early, you can put another on in the evening. The evolution is beautiful from start to finish. I don’t recommend blind buying; it can be complex and disgust some, but if you know what you’re buying, don’t hesitate. It’s worth every penny.
Looking for the definitive woody fragrance? You’ve found it: Alexandria II by Xerjoff. This blend of oud, rosewood, cedar, sandalwood, amber, rose, and apple takes you to mystical and imposing places. With the quality the Italian house always has, it’s an ode to elegance in the niche. The price is high, but the experience is unique. Everyone decide how they buy it, but don’t miss out.
I discovered this marvel thanks to decants. Although I have 50 or 60 perfumes, I’m not an expert. I’m not a gourmand, I prefer fresh and citrusy scents like Chanel Cristalle or Allure. But I needed something more and tried Xerjoff. There is a before and an after with this Alexandria II. The quality emanates in every note; they are so real… extreme longevity and great trail. I was scared by the notes, but I was wrong. It’s delicate and exquisite. On my skin, the opening is potent with apple and lavender, like a medicinal balm, which then turns warm with compounded lavender soap, rosewood, and rose. I don’t detect vanilla, only amber and cinnamon. It’s dark, nocturnal, and luminous. It evokes cleanliness and tidiness. It’s unisex but leans more feminine; a man could wear it without issue. It’s not for daily wear, yes for formal events.
Oud, wood, and rose. As a good Arab, it projects a lot and lasts quite a while. I find it ideal for elegant nights.
I’m sorry, I couldn’t make it work. I was looking for my third niche scent and tried the bestsellers: this one, Oajan, and Starlight. What a disappointment… The opening is strange and effeminate, synthetic, smelling of old veterinary medicine and plastic. The cinnamon and rose give it a ‘formal’ touch, perhaps for another era. I imagine a ball in a 19th-century mansion where people didn’t bathe and dampness soaked their clothes. I don’t know why it has so many fans, but with respect, this isn’t for everyone nor is it worth 400 euros. I’ll stick to more wearable things like 40 Knots or Erba Gold.
Oh De-li-ci-aaaaa! A marvel, a masterpiece! But to be honest… I was gifted it yesterday and I have a Zara from the 01 collection that smells the same. Haha. But both are fantastic, they project and last forever.
As someone not from the niche world, I expected something else. It smells exclusive for people like me who wear Zara or Versace. It’s not ugly, but it’s very different from commercial scents; it doesn’t smell like a millionaire, but rather like nostalgia for a lived experience. Honestly, I wouldn’t wear it; it doesn’t suit my age and isn’t striking for those who don’t value perfumes. If anyone wants to splash out blindly following reviews, don’t buy without checking. PS: Xerjoff is Italian, not Arab; don’t mix performance with origin.
It didn’t work for me; it’s very woody. It smells like old furniture about to rot with a dash of lavender. Longevity and projection are moderate, although I’ve had samples from years ago.
They reformulated it and lost the impact it once had, what a shame.
I bought it blind, the 50ml. It is a high-quality perfume with a scent I cannot say I have not smelled before, but it evokes a previous era, very vintage perfumes. Very unisex, but feels more feminine. It smells very much of wood, I detect rose and a touch of freshness at the start from the lavender and apple… but above all wood and more wood. So much so that it smells like varnish or something medicinal. I bought it due to the hype and the high ratings for projection and trail. I have mixed feelings: on the one hand, the unquestionable quality is noticeable. But it is very niche, almost an olfactory experience rather than a perfume for daily wear. I only think of it for very formal occasions: dark suit, black or brown (the latter because it is like putting on brown varnished wood in cold weather), so it is not versatile. In terms of longevity no more than 6-8 hours and the projection is not bad, although I expected more. The presentation is impeccable, the box and bottle are jewels. It will probably be the last niche I buy blind because IT IS NOT FOR BUYING BLIND, not at all. My opinion: one must be very quirky to bet on fragrances that 90% do not associate with perfume and do not make compliments… and to me, like almost everyone, we like these things. I am in the process and I do not say it is a bad investment, but it is an aromatic experience. I will use it frequently to understand it better. My notes: Scent 6, Presentation 10, Longevity 7, Trail 7, Score 7.5.
A very complex fragrance for a serious person or over 25, with extremely high quality and elegance. But it smells very much of dry woods with a hint of green apple only at the start; to me it smells like a dry fine wood perfume. Note: 8/10.
Olia is delicious at first, then the decant took on a baby oil scent that I did not like; it was very sharp and no longer so creamy. I want to buy it again to see how it goes. At the start 10/10, then 7/10. I never felt it was unisex, quite balanced.
A perfumery jewel worthy of a museum. P.S.: this fragrance has nothing to do with a woman.
Alexandria II is one of those fragrances that is not just smelled but felt. From the first spray it exudes elegance, serenity and character. The spiced apple with lavender welcomes you gently, but it is in the dry down where the creamy oud, vanilla and amber wrap you up like a luxurious embrace. On my skin it is warm, refined and leaves a trail that marks without needing to raise your voice. A soulful perfume, one of the few that makes you feel truly special every time you wear it.
It joined my collection in a peculiar way. I was invited to a Xerjoff event in Buenos Aires; there were many people and the air was thick with perfume. I was considering buying it, but it didn’t quite convince me when I tried it. My wife was looking for me, and just before I left, I sprayed some on my neck. When I got into her car, she said in amazement: ‘What perfume are you wearing? It’s spectacular, I love it’. I went back to the shop and that’s how it stayed in my collection. After several uses, it’s an incredible scent and is now among my favourites.
A masterpiece. Creamy green apple, a spark of rose, and a spectacular smoky oud. It leaves no one indifferent.
Not a fan at all. It reminds me of someone over 80. To be fair, it is very original and hard to come by.
Totally honest: I think I convinced myself I liked it due to its fame and exclusivity. That’s not bad; it smells rich and friendly once it dries, though right after application, it feels a bit overwhelming. I don’t believe it will please those who haven’t worn it; it doesn’t stand out for being ‘rich’, but rather for being opulent. Have you ever smelled a hospital or medical products? It’s along those lines. It has a lot of hype because it lasts forever, contains quality ingredients, and has a striking scent development. It’s liked for being exclusive, not for being delicious. If you’re looking for something rich and different from Xerjoff, try Zefiro; that’s truly a work of art. The hype surrounding Naxos is deserved, but the hype for Alexandria seems exaggerated.
It’s the kind of perfume I absolutely adore: elegant, luxurious, and substantial. It smells like those royal feast scenes in movies, with gold everywhere and painted ceilings; it’s the vibe I imagine. I’ve read they reformulated it, but after eight years, it remains just as potent and identical in scent. They claim there’s no oud, yet there is, though not that animal, stable-like smell, but rather a smoky, cereal-like blend. It features plenty of lavender, cinnamon, and creamy apple, but I detect a massive amount of lily and rose; a floral explosion that complements the woods perfectly. It’s peculiar because it evokes four sensations: dry, sweet, creamy, and clean. It’s a work of art, not just any perfume. It demands a trained nose and don’t just follow the influencers; your own opinion is best. It’s wonderful, though not for everyone. On my skin, it lasts until the next day without fading, even after showering, lasting over 10 hours. Three to five sprays are enough to avoid overwhelming yourself, as the scent clings to your nose. It’s not designed to charm anyone with crooked teeth, but for those who appreciate it, it’s a masterpiece.
No, not emphatically for me. Luckily, I managed to get a decant to try, essential with expensive fragrances. It’s opulent, heavy, and cloying, smelling of varnish and/or iodine, surgical material. Somewhere there’s the cinnamon, lavender, and apple that make it slightly more friendly, but it’s not for conquering anyone. A bit of faecal oud comes out, but it lasts a breath, luckily. It feels overwhelming to me, producing the effect of poor-quality nail polishes, though it’s not absolutely a poor-quality perfume. Anyway, it lasts and is noticeable, and I suppose that’s where the hype comes from, but it’s not for me. Test before buying, mandatory.
I don’t know what’s wrong with me regarding Alexandria II. I literally find very little longevity and trail… I tried it today and it’s neither beastly nor projecting much. The scent is complex, and I like that, but unfortunately, it doesn’t project or last as claimed. I don’t know if it’s been reformulated; my perfume is from 2025… I don’t know if anyone agrees with me.
I have two bottles of Alexandria II (Batch 2022) with great projection and trail; the cinnamon, apple, and lavender were noticeable. Now I’ve bought a Batch 2025, and yes, it’s been reformulated. In this new batch, you can’t feel the cinnamon, the lavender, or the rose, but the oud is stronger! We’ll see if it improves over time, but yes, Xerjoff Alexandria II has been reformulated, presumably to boost the Anniversary launch.
Blind buy? No. The perfume is good, but for the price, I don’t think it’s worth it… the scent is quite subtle, barely noticeable after 6 hours, the trail is intimate, the notes are there, but for what you pay, it’s far too expensive.
It’s a rich and pleasant aroma, nothing annoying. It has phenomenal cinnamon and sandalwood notes accompanied by a fresh wood. Although I’d like a bit more potency, I’ll take what I get. You can buy it with your eyes closed, though if you want something more economical, head to Zara WO/01.
Very elegant. I don’t think any perfume needs to be this expensive, but it’s super elegant without being overbearing or invasive, a mysterious scent that doesn’t seek the masses but commands respect. 9.5/10, I wish Arab brands would make a dupe.
For those criticising that it lacked oud, congratulations: they now have it, that highlighted oud, and they’ve taken away the delicious cinnamon and apple opening it once had. I hope you enjoy your oud… if you have an old batch of Alexandria II where you can still feel the cinnamon and apple opening, message me privately here on Fragrantica.
It’s madness that a perfume smelling like Nelly nail polish (the 3€ blue tub from the supermarket) costs nearly €600 and has so many sales. It’s more of a test of Occidente’s determination to self-destruct.
I’m only 18, but I’ve been collecting perfumes for years, so I speak with authority. In my opinion, this is the king of Xerjoff, the only one that screams ‘money’. It smells incredibly clean, nothing heavy; it opens with green apple and dusty lavender with a sweet touch. That dusty note lingers even as it dries down. It’s woody, clean, and endearing for those who already tolerate niche scents; it’s the perfect gateway into this exclusive world. Its longevity and projection are beastly: it leaves a scent on clothes for days, projects for 5-6 hours, and on skin, it lasts all day.
The first time I tried it, it reminded me of Carolina Herrera’s 212 Sexy Men. I had to let it macerate for over a month, and the aroma changed completely: now it’s sweeter, woodier, and has that peculiar rose note that gives it a majestic touch alongside the green apple. It’s very elegant and mature… I recommend it for men aged 35 and above.