Emeralds of Alexandria by Risala
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Emeralds of Alexandria: An Oriental Woody with an Incense Core Emeralds of Alexandria, from the house of Risala, is an oriental woody fragrance designed for both men and women. It brings together resins, woods and spices over a softly balsamic foundation. Early reviews have given it a respectable 4 out of 5, noting the perfume’s warm and immersive character, which…
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3 votes
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- Negative 33%
- Neutral 0%
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Leading answer I want it
21 votes
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Leading answer Love it
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Season
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Time of day
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About Emeralds of Alexandria
Emeralds of Alexandria: An Oriental Woody with an Incense Core
Emeralds of Alexandria, from the house of Risala, is an oriental woody fragrance designed for both men and women. It brings together resins, woods and spices over a softly balsamic foundation.
Early reviews have given it a respectable 4 out of 5, noting the perfume’s warm and immersive character, which is sure to appeal to those with a penchant for bold scents.
The opening is marked by a tart raspberry intertwined with geranium and saffron, producing a brisk, spicy freshness that soon mellows into the composition’s heart.
There, rose and birch combine to suggest a smoky, lightly leathery feel. Incense comes to the fore, lending an almost ceremonial richness to the blend.
At the base, oud, amberwood and benzoin establish a deep, balsamic background that lingers on the skin. The incense never truly fades, ensuring the fragrance maintains its resinous edge throughout.
In terms of accords, the fragrance is dominated by amber, smoky notes, warm spices, woodiness, leather, oud, balsamic elements and roses. This robust profile makes it particularly suited to autumn and winter evenings.
The current rating of 4.0, derived from three user reviews, offers an early glimpse into the scent’s quality. While the sample size is small, the balance and craftsmanship are evident.
This scent is for enthusiasts of dark, resinous orientals, particularly those who love incense and oud but don’t mind a subtle fruity nuance to lighten the mood.
To sum up, Emeralds of Alexandria is a well-rounded oriental woody perfume that skilfully merges smoky, balsamic and fruit accented facets. A distinctive choice for the modern connoisseur.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
2 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Room-filling
3 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
3 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
3 votes
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Honestly, I bought it because I thought it was lovely, but at least on me, it’s a dense, heavy incense scent and it’s not pleasant. I’m going to give it one more chance to see how it develops over time, but the first impression isn’t good at all.