The Perfume Library

345 perfumes

Nostalgia

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Alexandria Fragrances Nostalgia is a floral and sweet unisex scent in which Bulgarian rose, Turkish rose and violet meet oud and vanilla. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, though only a small number of votes stand behind those ratings. It can sit on either men or women, with a clearly woody and oriental character. The two roses and the violet set the floral side, while oud adds a woody depth. Vanilla and benzoin pull the whole towards a creamy, gourmand, resinous sweetness. Blend Oud Oud Sapphire and Ministry of Oud Oud Satin have a close profile.

Into the Woods

7.9

Alexandria Fragrances · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Into the Woods is a fresh, citrusy men's scent with green, woody and earthy sides. Grapefruit and bergamot give it a crisp, slightly bitter citrus air. Pepper adds spice, iris a soft floral touch, while vetiver and patchouli bring an earthy, woody base. ISO-E-Super, Hedione and white musk keep it clean, light and synthetic in feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick leisure and daily wear, with night out and evening following, so it leans towards relaxed, everyday moments. Louis Vuitton Orage and Von Eusersdorff Classic Vétiver have a close profile.

Luxor Summer

7.0

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Alexandria Fragrances Luxor Summer is a fresh, sweet men's scent in which grapefruit, lemon and citrus notes meet sandalwood, vanilla and coffee. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though few people have voted, so that picture is tentative. It is described as a men's fragrance, and its cooling citrus character gives it a clear summer feel. Citrus and fresh tones lead, with a sweet, gourmand side alongside. Rum and coffee strengthen the gourmand streak, while rose and musk soften it; sandalwood, gaiac wood and ambergris add a woody, slightly leathery depth. There are spicy and oriental touches too. Afford Without and Scentiments Ruden have a close profile.

Royalty

8.3

Alexandria Fragrances · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Alexandria Fragrances Royalty is a unisex scent that sets a woody frame of sandalwood, cedar and oud against a bright start of citrus fruits and pink pepper; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole rather than split into top, heart and base. The woody, resinous side dominates, with oud and cedar adding depth. Citrus fruits and angelica keep it fresh and green, while pink pepper brings spice. Musk and sandalwood leave a sweet, powdery softness. Longevity and sillage are rated as good; most voters rate longevity high, though the vote count is small. It sits comfortably on both men and women, with an oriental lean. Ministry of Oud Oud Royal and Swiss Arabian Kalimat have a close profile.

Egyptian King

8.1

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Alexandria Fragrances Egyptian King is a dense, oriental men's scent with a sweet, spicy and woody character. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong; the sample is small, but all who rated it found it long-lasting. With such a presence it sits closer to cool weather and evenings. Amber and sandalwood lead, with spices and rose alongside and powdery notes softening the edges. The sweet, gourmand and resinous sides outweigh the rest, while smoky and synthetic touches stay in the background. Ard Al Zaafaran Raghba and Amouage Morouj have a close profile.

Boschetti Della Costa

7.8

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Boschetti Della Costa is a unisex scent that softens a fresh citrus and green character with floral and spicy touches. Bergamot, mandarin orange and petitgrain give it a bright citrus feel, while apple adds fruit and rose brings a gentle floral note. Cinnamon and pink pepper carry a spicy warmth. Cedar and Haitian vetiver form a woody base, and white musk rounds it all off with a powdery, creamy sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither dominates a room nor fades quickly. Voters pick it most for daily wear, leisure and business, with some choosing it for evenings too. It reads light yet full and sits comfortably on men and women alike. Its profile is close to Creed Jardin d'Amalfi and The Dua Brand Amalfi Coast.

Danger Zone

7.5

Alexandria Fragrances

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Danger Zone is a unisex scent in which lemon, lavender and cumin lead. Voters find its longevity and sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough indication. Its profile suits both women and men. The notes read as a single whole rather than as top, heart and base: lemon gives a fresh, citrus lift, while lavender and vetiver build a woody, fougère frame. Cumin adds spice, and castoreum and blossoms pull the scent towards a sweet, creamy side. Roja Parfums Danger Parfum Cologne and Guess Iconic Blue have a close profile.

Megatron

8.2

Alexandria Fragrances · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Spicy

Omertà

7.4

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Alexandria Fragrances Omertà is a sweet, smoky unisex scent built around tobacco, oud, vanilla and whisky. The scent reads as one piece rather than a progression: the dry, smoky side of tobacco meets the woody, animal depth of oud, while vanilla pulls everything towards a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Whisky softens the edges and adds an oriental, spicy warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays on skin for a long time without filling the room. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It suits those who like warm, dense, sweet woody fragrances.

Dapper 1959 (Parfum Extract)

8.9

Alexandria Fragrances

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Dapper 1959 (Parfum Extract) is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy brightness against powdery, leathery depth, in a classic fougère and chypre manner. Sicilian citrus fruits and lemon vervain give it a bright base, while lavender and star anise pull it toward a spicy, green side. Black leather, patchouli and vetiver add an earthy weight, and talcum and musk soften everything into something powdery and creamy. Its longevity is rated strong, and most voters say it lasts a long time, though the number of votes is small. It reads masculine and suits anyone after a clean, classic style. Zara Extreme 9.0 and Rania J. Lavande 44 have a close profile.

Ombre Noir

7.5

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Alexandria Fragrances Ombre Noir is a men's scent built around cardamom, bergamot and lavender, where citrus and spice meet on a woody base. Cardamom and caraway give it a spicy edge, and bergamot lifts that with citrus. Lavender adds a soft, floral and powdery touch, while Virginia cedar and vetiver pull everything into a woody line. The overall impression is slightly sweet and leaning oriental, yet it stays fresh. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is positioned as a masculine fragrance. Fragrance World Jack and Marbert Marbert Man Pure Gold have a close profile.

H'Ani

7.6

Alexandria Fragrances

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Alexandria Fragrances H'Ani is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against spice and wood. It opens lively and spicy with green notes, pink pepper, bergamot and ginger. In the heart, Turkish rose, cardamom and blackcurrant come forward: the rose softens with the fruity side while cardamom keeps the spice going. The base is led by patchouli, vanilla, cedar and sandalwood, with ambergris, benzoin and musk settling it into a creamy, powdery, slightly smoky warmth. Its profile is close to The Dua Brand Drowning in Vanilla and Nishane Ani (Extrait de Parfum).

Casanova

8.4

Alexandria Fragrances

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Casanova is a unisex scent that links a fresh citrus start of grapefruit, bergamot and pink pepper to the floral sweetness of rose and orange blossom. Citrus and cardamom give it a lively, lightly spiced freshness. Rose and orange blossom add a soft floral side, while benzoin and vanilla pull the scent towards something sweet, gourmand and creamy. Vetiver and moss lay a woody base, and musk and orris butter wrap it in a powdery softness. The fresh, fruity and sweet sides stay in balance, with none overpowering the others. Tayshaba Flambois and Roja Parfums A Midsummer Dream have a close profile.

Tangier Cafe

7.4

Alexandria Fragrances

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Alexandria Fragrances Tangier Cafe is a unisex scent in which amber, honey and cashmere wood build a sweet, woody frame. The notes read as one whole rather than in layers: amber and honey carry the sweetness, while cashmere wood sets it on a woody base. Rosemary and aniseed add a spicy, faintly herbal edge, and blueberry softens the gourmand side with a touch of fruit. Floral notes and musk stay in the background and smooth everything out. The accords also lean oriental, resinous and smoky. MAD Parfumeur Deserto and Arabian Oud Kalemat have a close profile.

Game Time

8.4

Alexandria Fragrances

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Egyptian Seduction

7.4

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Fresh · Sweet · Spicy

Alexandria Fragrances Egyptian Seduction is a sweet, woody men's scent built around Egyptian jasmine, sandalwood and spices; it has been discontinued. Jasmine and rose absolute give it a floral sweetness, while pepper and spices pull it in a warm, oriental direction. Sandalwood, musk and oud form a soft, woody base under them. A fresh edge among the accords keeps the sweetness from turning heavy. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, though few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. The oriental, spicy build suits cooler weather, and it is presented as a men's fragrance. Khalis Hasna and My Geisha Arabian Nights have a close profile.

Campfire Nights

8.6

Alexandria Fragrances

Gourmand · Spicy · Woody

Alexandria Fragrances Campfire Nights is a unisex scent with a gourmand, smoky character, backed by spicy and resinous tones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. Chestnut and vanilla give it a sweet start, clove adds spice, oud and balsam bring a woody, resinous depth, and orange blossom softens the warmth a little. The smoky accord runs through the whole scent. Maison Margiela By the Fireplace and Emir Camp Fire have a close profile.

Citrus Splash

7.2

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Alexandria Fragrances Citrus Splash is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent in which lemon, grapefruit and mint lead. Its sillage is moderate, though the small number of votes means that is only a rough guide. It reads as unisex, and its fresh, aquatic character leans towards warmer weather. As a whole the scent is built on citrus, with tarragon, basil and sage adding a green freshness to the lemon and grapefruit. Orange blossom and jasmine bring a soft, lightly sweet floral note. Amber and musk add a powdery, creamy base underneath.

Alexander the Great

7.1

Alexandria Fragrances · 2018

Floral · Green · Fruity

Alexandria Fragrances Alexander the Great is a unisex scent in which amber, sandalwood and cinnamon lead, with vanilla and oud adding depth. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: green apple and lavender bring a fresh, green lift, cinnamon adds spicy warmth, and vanilla softens it with sweetness. Amber, sandalwood and oud form a woody, oriental base. Floral, fruity and sweet facets sit alongside them. Niche 4 All Oriental Amber and MAD Parfumeur Forza have a close profile.

Valley of the Kings

7.3

Alexandria Fragrances · 2017

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Alexandria Fragrances Valley of the Kings is a sweet, woody and spicy men's fragrance led by sandalwood, Damask rose and patchouli. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters rate longevity high, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It is classed as a masculine fragrance. Lemon and orange bring brightness and blackcurrant a fruity edge, all set over a warm, resinous base of sandalwood, labdanum, musk and vanilla. Damask rose adds a soft floral note, while patchouli gives a woody, slightly smoky and powdery depth. Emir Fascination and Nabeel Al Ghadeer have a close profile.