Alexandria II
Picture a pencil shaving, sharpened in a library. That is the first ten seconds of Xerjoff Alexandria II.
How it moves
You meet palisander rosewood, lavender, apple and cinnamon at the door. The middle belongs to rose, cedar and lily of the valley. Last to go: agarwood (oud), sandalwood, amber, vanilla and musk.
What wearers say
4.32 out of 5 across 2,600 ratings — well loved, and not quietly.
- Widely considered a Xerjoff benchmark; reviewers praise the plush amber, oud and cinnamon blend as rich yet refined.
- Longevity and projection are rated very strong, though some feel recent batches perform below the older formulation.
- Divisive opening for a few noses, but most find it a warm, dressy, cold-weather signature.
Who made it
Chris Maurice composed it in 2012, for Xerjoff in Italy. From Xerjoff's Oud Stars line, first released in 2012 as 120 bottles exclusive to Fortnum & Mason, London, before joining the regular range.
Wear it for less
There are 9 ways to wear this for less. The closest costs $23 — $357 back in your pocket, and nobody standing near you will know.
- 01 A Alexandria IIPalermo Perfumes $23 −$357
- 02
Ramz GoldLattafa 100ml $30 −$350 - 03
Pharaoh IIChez Pierre 50ml $39 −$341 - 04
Alexander IIMontagne Parfums $45 −$335 - 05
The ConquerorThe Dua Brand 34ml $70 −$310 - 06
Alexandria IIOil Perfumery 60ml $75 −$305 - 07
MasterpieceHK Perfumes 100ml $89 −$291 - 08
Defender SecondPerfume Parlour 120ml $99 −$281 - 09
Alexander The GreatAlexandria Fragrances 100ml $110 −$270
The community
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- What smells like Xerjoff Alexandria II?
- We list 9 bottles built to smell like it, including Alexandria II by Palermo Perfumes, Ramz Gold by Lattafa, Pharaoh II by Chez Pierre and Alexander II by Montagne Parfums.
- What is the cheapest alternative to Xerjoff Alexandria II?
- Alexandria II by Palermo Perfumes, at $23. Prices are read from each shop and re-checked.
- How much cheaper are the alternatives?
- Xerjoff Alexandria II is listed at $380 for 50ml. The bottles that smell like it run from $23 to $110.
- Who made Xerjoff Alexandria II?
- It was composed by Chris Maurice, released in 2012 for Xerjoff.