Alexandria II is a fragrance that blends oriental richness with a contemporary twist, anchored by a peculiar use of Laotian oud combined with a rather unusual lavender opening. In fact, the composition starts with a curious mix: lavender, apple, cinnamon and rosewood. The lavender adds a powdery lift that contrasts with the gourmand warmth of apple and cinnamon. In my opinion, this head accord is what sets Alexandria II apart... it’s rare to see lavender leading in an oud-centric perfume, and it lends a nuance of brightness to the otherwise deep and woody profile.
The heart reveals rose, lily of the valley and cedarwood, transitioning the scent into a floral-woody phase that feels quite elegant. The base is where the Laotian oud becomes more perceptible, along with the sandalwood, vanilla and musk. The oud here is earthy and slightly hay-like, not really animalic nor stinky. IMHO it is vaguely reminiscent of
Loudo oud (courtesy of Mr Maurice), but without the chococaramelly factor.
Performance is very good. It easily lasts 10+ hours on skin, and when applied to clothing, it maintains a consistent scent bubble throughout the day. Projection is substantial for the first few hours, then settles into a moderate but persistent aura.
Seasonally, Alexandria II is versatile. While it is an obvious option in cooler weather, wearability in warmer months is manageable by containing the number of sprays. Two-three spritzes suffice for a refined presence, without overwhelming.
In summary, Alexandria II is a well-structured, oud-forward (but not dominant) fragrance with a unique lavender twist.
Do I think it is overpriced? Absolutely yes, but we have discounters and/or people who are too afraid of the Laotian oud... and will be quite keen on getting rid of their bottles :)
Top Notes 
Lavender
Rosewood
Apple
Cinnamon
Heart Notes 
Bulgarian rose
Cedarwood
Lily of the valley
Base Notes 
Laotian oud
Amber
Sandalwood
Musk
Vanilla
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