Alexandria II
woody up front, then amber, settling into powdery.
About
Alexandria II by Xerjoff is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Alexandria II was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Chris Maurice. Top notes are Palisander Rosewood, Lavender, Apple and Cinnamon; middle notes are Rose, Cedar and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Sandalwood, Amber,…
Nose: Chris Maurice
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Alexandria II smell like?
woody up front, then amber, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, amber, powdery.
What notes are in Alexandria II?
Top: Palisander Rosewood, Lavender, Apple, Cinnamon. Heart: Rose, Cedar, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Agarwood (Oud), Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Musk.
How long does Alexandria II last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Alexandria II loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Alexandria II best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Alexandria II?
Night wear leads at 67%. Day is a secondary pick at 33%.
Is Alexandria II for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 37% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Alexandria II?
Composed by Chris Maurice. Released in 2012.
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