Xerjoff Alexandria II Review (Chris Maurice) + Almost a tale Draw

 

Xerjoff Alexandria II review

Joel Filipe Unsplash image, Xerjoff Alexandria II  collage by Nicoleta

One of the most enduring and universally appealing literary genres, the fairy tales, go back to the childhood of our history, to the preliterate oral societies of the ancient world, acting as magic mirrored reflection of our imagination. The first book that collected them – in the form in which we recognize fairytales today – was written in the 1600s by Italian poet and tale-collector Giambattista Basile, and was called The Pentamerone (“the Tale of Tales, or Entertainment for Little Ones”).

Fast forward 400+ years later, to 2015, to the visually stunning, whimsical, and gloriously demented Matteo Garrone’s movie adaptation of Basile’s 17th-century collection of fairy tales called Tale of Tales  “Il racconto dei racconti”. If you haven’t watched it yet, I urge you, this cold November to give yourself 90 minutes and briefly escape into an upside-down-reality where Hansel & Gretel, the prince, the Beauty, the beast, the pauper, witches, and ogres mix into a wonderful mishmash of twisted sensuality, humor and the very unsettling aftertaste of the ALMOST familiar.

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Tale of tales 2015 movie poster, IMDB

Dwelling in this uncanny valley of the almost familiar, like a fuzzy dream you try to recall, holding on to a small residual feeling, floating just beneath the surface, Xerjoff Alexandria II plays hide-and-seek on my skin. I don’t imply that it’s a shy fragrance, nothing could be further from QUIET or ephemeral, it’s a literal beast and ogre of a fragrance – speaking on a purely technical level. But as perception goes, this fragrance has this quality of being ever-changing, you can almost get a sense of what is about, then it quickly morphs into another scent, leaving you puzzled and wanting one more try and one more puff (said I, sadly looking at my now-empty-vial).

Oud Stars Xerjoff Alexandria II

Tale of tales still frame, digitalized by Nicoleta – chapter I for Xerjoff Alexandria II  

The first frame zooms on a fresh, sharp aromatic blast. A clean-shaved lavender-ed up ogre leaves the barbershop and returns home, whistling. He arrives back in his cave, pours himself a cup of cinnamon tea, and goes about his day, waiting for the princess. Everything is back to ALMOST normal.

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Tale of tales still frame, digitalized by Nicoleta – chapter II  for Xerjoff Alexandria II  

New frame: It’s still crisp early morning, the sun dries the rain from the damp forest floor. She awakes, her auburn hair entangled in the roots of the trees and the almost withered bedspread of flowers. “Who am I”, she asks, holding close the red veil that covered her.  She touches her face and remembers, but not QUITE everything.

Xerjoff Oud Stars by Chris Maurice

Tale of tales still frame, digitalized by Nicoleta – chapter III for Xerjoff Alexandria II  

Next frame: here comes the mighty king of Strongcliff, draped in velvet and lace, royally pouting, all epicurean-ly ennui-ed amidst the ball. The silver platters filled to the brim with vanilla custards, the bowls hurting from the weight of the overly riped fruits are suddenly forgotten, as she, the veiled one, enters the room. Her perfume fills the room, making the air dance with every reptilian move of her arms and every sway of her hips. The king, transfixed, forgets to breathe. He could care less if tomorrow morning she will turn into a witch, a dragon or if she will eat his heart out, literally. It’s worth it. ALMOST.

Xerjoff Alexandria II

 

Xerjoff  Alexandria II, official image

And at the next frame of smell, the tale will change. Xerjoff Alexandria II is a real baroque fragrant tale, with rapid movements between its layers, with a Fellinesque sense of realism and hyperbole embedded in its proportions, with lavish nuances and fluid life and presence on your skin. I think I need more of this in my life, ASAP.

Xerjoff Alexandria II was launched in 2012, as a part of the Oud Stars Collection and the nose is Chris Maurice.

Top notes: Apple, Cinnamon, Rose wood, Lavender, Middle notes: Cedar wood, Lilly of the valley, Rose, Base notes: Amber, Sandalwood, Musk, Vanilla, Oud steam

Nicoleta Tomsa, Editor

Disclosure: Sample kindly provided, opinions are my own

Thanks to the generosity of Europerfumes, the USA distributor we have a  50 ml tester bottle of Alexandria II  for one registered reader in the USA. To be eligible, please leave a comment saying what sparks your interest based on Nicoleta’s review . Do You have a favorite Xerjoff perfume? Draw closes  11/10/2020

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69 comments

  • What a magical review! This scent sound delectable and I would love to experience this! Im in Colorado USA

  • This review of Alexandria II by Xerjoff was enchanting. Now I must try it AND SEE the tale of tales. Fars is my favorite Xerjoff

  • Loved this review of Xerjoff Alexandria II by Nicoleta. What a fairy talish olfactory tour of Xerjoff Alexandria II – I wanted to hear more of the story and the fragrance. Will add Tale of Tales movie to the list of movies to watch. Haven’t tried Xerjoff fragrances, yet. This one seems quite intriguing, and with Oud, I think I will like it. Thanks Nicoleta for the review and Europerfumes for the draw. Writing from the USA.

  • Aletha Williams says:

    I am not familiar with Xerjoff; but was immediately enchanted by its bewitching bottle. Nicoleta’s storytelling of Alexandria II made me feel like I was in a fairytale and discovering the many roles Alexandria II plays. I love fragrances that have notes of vanilla and cinnamon…truly sounds delicious!

  • An ogre of a fragrance That portrayal of an ogre’s day was delightful! Made me think of Fiona from Shrek. So many transitions! Sounds absolutely amazing, especially that final frame with vanilla custards and dancing. You can tell that the rose is prominent in the mid just from Nicoleta’s visual of the flowing red dress, but melikes the sweet and sensual base best. Haven’t sniffed this one myself, but looking forward to having a go (along with the other torrents and torrents of Xerjoff releases ). Ivory Route still my fav from the brand! MI, USA

  • Oh, wow, it has been a while since I last watched a fantasy movie, and I don’t know too many fragrances that fit this genre, so this definitely caught my attention! I also like the “hide-and-seek” quality in fragrances. My favorite from Xerjoff is Fars, and I heard that Alexandria II has similar vibe. Thanks for the chance to participate in a giveaway! I’m in NY, US.

  • What I was so interested by the review of this fragrance was the quality of this fragrance to change on the skin of the wearer constantly, always making one wonder what the scent would. I think that such a scent that is always changing like this is something that I would really like to try. I still have not tried a Xerjoff perfume yet so maybe this will be my favorite if I win. I live in Florida, US.

  • I really liked the idea of comparing this fragrance to that of a fairy tale. That really captured my fascination, that this would be the scent that would be worn by those who live in magical lands. The comparison to a tale is what really sparked my interest though. I still have not tried a Xerjoff fragrance before but this one has really caught my attention. Writing from Florida, USA.

  • I definitely want to try this perfume. According to this review, it seems like it has good overall performance and it seems like it’s non-linear and that it goes through changes–because of those reasons, I’m very interested in trying it. I’ve heard that many people speak highly of Xerjoff but I’ve never tried anything yet from them. I hope to win the contest; I live in MD., U.S.A.

  • I still don’t have a favorite Xerjoff perfume but Alexandria II could be a good start from. I love apple and cinnamon, but also amber and sandalwood in the base. I really like Nicoleta’s review and the description of this perfume using the parallel with Tale of tales! I haven’t watched it yet but I definitely will! Thanks for the recommendation! I’m from Illinois, US.

  • Nicoleta says Alexandria II is a baroque perfume that transitions from one layer to another. It has fougere, floral, and oriental elements. My fav. from Xerjoff is Naxos. USA

  • I like the concept of a perfume being a “baroque fragrant tale.” That would certainly be something that I would want to try. I do not have any Xerjoff fragrances I’m sad to report. Perhaps this will be the one. Thank you to Nicoleta for a most beautiful review(I loved the photos), and thanks to Europerfumes for making this draw possible. I’m in the USA

  • The notes in this fragrance really do evoke fairy tale imagery. I’m sure it’s beautiful and would love to try it. Thanks from Oregon, USA.

  • I remember when ‘Tale of Tales” was released. The imagery in that movie was fascinating and magical. Xerjoff Alexandria II sounds like a worthy companion fragrance. The apple, cinnamon, lily of the valley and lavender are all comforting notes to me. Favorite Xerjoff is Lira. Commenting from MD, USA.

  • I have heard so many great things about Alexandria II! I am really interested in this fragrance being ever-changing, as suggested by Nicoleta. My favorite Xerjoff perfume is Naxos!
    Florida, USA

  • statikstepz says:

    Hello, I live in Florida in the USA! What sparked my interest on the review is the many different layers and depth this fragrance has as it’s olfactory journey changes or develops over time. It’s very cool in my opinion to hear read how this fragrance does that! Also what I loved is how they tied this review in to the movie “Tale of Tales”! I have seen the movie, it is a good one! And tying this to the movie definitely portrays the image for this fragrance a makes the fragrance easy to relate to and make sense as far as how it all changes but yet is still tied together at it’s heart. This sounds like a fantastic fragrance and I would 100% love to add this to my collection!! Looking at the note pyramid, this seems incredible and like one that is sure to be a heavy hitter! All of these notes appeal to me and put together in a way that I think would make this a magical experience for a fragrance being smelled! Xerjoff Nio is my favorite fragrance thus far from the brand and that I currently own, so I know the quality fern off has to offer, and from what I am reading, I know this one is no slouch either!! I’m sure it will be an instant favorite!! Thanks again!

  • John Michael Jones says:

    I absolutely love the house of Xerjoff. Hearing Nicoleta refer to this as a “literal beast” has me wanting this bad! I live for beast-mode frags & this one is right up my alley!

  • zacharyari23 says:

    I can’t wait to try this Xerjoff fragrance! The blend of cinnamon, apple, and Lavender really catch my attention – seems like a great Autumn Fragrance. Of the few Xerjoff fragrances I’ve sampled, they all smell luxorious and intoxicating. My favorite Xerjoff fragrance is Kobe. Its citrus/floral/amber make-up is a knock-out. My wife likes to wear it, and I think it works well as a unisex in the right situation.
    I’m located in Colorado.

  • Alexandria II has been in my mind for sometime, owner of a few Xerjoff fragrances being Naxos my favorite, eager to experience all those wonderful characters that describes Alexandria II.

  • I do remember Tales of Tales, and I must watch it again. I enjoyed how Nicoleta compared it to Alexandria II, especially how it’s ever changing. I do enjoy 1888. Mich USA

  • I love a story to go along with a perfume, it makes the journey so much better! It would be incredible to win and I would share with everyone interested!! Iowa, usa

  • What an unusual connection from a perfume to an ogre! It sounds like through this one you get to meet all the amazing characters. And thanks for the movie recommendation. (USA)

  • The imagery in Nicoleta’s review was wonderful. I particularly liked the clean shaved lavendered up ogre leaving the barbershop image. Also loved how she made clear that this is a fragrance that evolves and changes on your skin. She really made it sound amazing. I dont own any Xerjoffs yet but have sampled a number and liked most if not all. I very much enjoyed Mefisto and Mefisto Gentiluomo as well as Uden Overdose, Erba Pura, Nio and more! I still have a few more samples to test as well. Would love to own this beautiful gem as I have tried it as well ans loved it! Thanks so much for the generous draw, from CT USA.

  • I should definitely check Alexandria II
    When I think about Xerjoff pictures of Mefisto always comes to mind. Being a barber my love for aromatic and citrusy fragrances comes naturally. Lavender is prominent, but don’t push it into mature territory. Super classy, yet not overly aggressive fragrance.
    Mefisto is more dressed up day time occasions scent, but Alexandria II feels like a super sexy one , for a club or bar. Starts like a barbershop fragrance, but changes into both sweet, earthy and just a bit funky scent.
    Thanks to Nicoleta , and to Europerfumes for the giveaway.
    USA

  • I absolutely loved this review and I thought it was so spot on. This is actually my favorite Xerjoff fragrance as I have had the pleasure of testing a 2ml decant, and it is a true masterpiece. The lavender and cinnamon shine through for me, and the fragrance is clean and bold. What makes this my favorite Xerjoff, and what never ceases to amaze me, is that the fragrance has its own character and depth. Thank you for such an amazing draw! Kind regards from Illinois, USA.

  • Daniel Fisher says:

    I love all the imagery, the photos of A Tale of Tales and tying them together with the many faces of Alexandria II, another masterwork of perfumery. “ Xerjoff Alexandria II is a real baroque fragrant tale, with rapid movements between its layers, with a Fellinesque sense of realism and hyperbole embedded in its proportions, with lavish nuances and fluid life and presence on your skin. I think I need more of this in my life, ASAP.” I do agree LOL. Gorgeous perfume, really. My favorite from the brand is Ceylon.
    From Texas with Love
    Xoxo

  • Michael Lynady says:

    Very nice review. Xerjoff is one of my favorite houses & I’m a fan of Alexandria II. Such a wonderful frag and the review is spot on.
    Wonderful read.
    Pennsylvania USA

  • Alexandria II was the fragrance that made me fall in love with Xerjoff so deep that now it has become my favorive perfume house. Great review, Nicoleta! I would be the happiest person alive to win this bottle. Thank you for the draw!

  • I have always been intrigued by Xerjoff perfumes, and your review sold me on this scent the minute you brought up Tale of Tales – I am haunted by that movie, which is equally strange as it is beautiful. The mention of cinnamon tea and rose wood, two of my favorite scents, also cemented my need to smell this fragrance; I would love to be entered in the draw, especially as I’m not sure I’d be able to find this in Maine!

  • Very interesting parallel between a fragrance and a movie, great read. I’m always fascinated by perfumes that constantly change on skin and this one sounds like it does that very well. I have yet to sample a Xerjoff, but I have quite a few on my list. Great article, thanks for the chance to win. From Idaho, USA

  • patrick_348 says:

    What interests me most about Alexandria III is the description of the way it changes over time. I love the idea of a perfume that has almost a narrative to it, as it moves through its different stages. I don’t directly know any Xerjoff perfumes, but they always sound spectacular. I am in the US, in North Carolina.

  • Mohammad Naguib says:

    One of the best Xerjoff’s offerings in the Oud Star collection, if not the best. I’d like to win a bottle.

  • Yes..What a magical review!! I enjoyed it. Nicoleta described all phases beautifully. I tried Alexandria 2 many times and now it’s #1 in my wishlist. So beautiful sandalwood-rose-patchouli composition!
    I like Mefisto too.
    US

  • Almost all Xerjoff fragrances are multifaceted , and Alexandria II is prime example
    Aromatic opening, woody foresty feel , and then vanilla custard.
    Not for everyone, but to me , undoubtedly a stunner .
    Honestly up until recently I was not even aware of OUD STARS, I need to get my hands on some samples.
    I’m proud of owning Naxos 1861 , second bottle to be precise, and when i see the bottom, I’ll buy another one.
    Generous giveaway, thank you. USA

  • I love the review. It may be enough to convince me that I should give Alexandria II a chance, because until now, I had mixed feelings about it. I have tested it repeatedly, I loved it, but not enough in order to buy it. Maybe it is not the fragrance, but all the hype. I kind of have that problem with fragrances that are bought just because people consider them fashionable. For example, I have used Erba Pura just two or three times, just because everyone , at some point, smelled like it. Another example is POAL, which is a fantastic fragrance, but I cannot convince myself to buy it, because everyone has it… With black friday close, maybe I’ll give it another try and buy it because it is a gem and every perfume lover should have it in the collection. CA, USA

  • Marcus Grisham says:

    The description of the King of Strongcliff was excellent. I swear I could smell the description. I’ve only smelled clones of Xerjoff fragrances but Alexandria II has been on my wish list for a long time. This one would be a real jem to win.

  • Hashim Madani says:

    Nicoleta is on point. Alexandria II is enigmatic and shapeshifting in a beautiful way. I think it’s one of the best Western takes on oud fragrances in the market today. Accento Overdose is another beautiful creation from Xerjoff. Great house! VA, USA

  • I’m really intrigued after Nicoleta’s review! She mentions that this scent has a “quality of being ever-changing, you can almost get a sense of what is about, then it quickly morphs into another scent, leaving you puzzled” my interested is piqued! Based in the US

  • What sparks my interest is the note list. Also, this seems by the review to be a changing and non-linear fragrance. No fave Xerjoff. US

  • Interesting fragrance. I like the 3 frames this becomes. Dot think I’ve seen Tale of Tales. Hope to get a chance to try Alexandria II. Thanks for the draw, Ca

  • I shall look into this movie. I need a change from the news. I am a fan of. Salma. Love the twists and turns this fragrance takes. The apple and cinnamon in the opening is perfect for the season. I enjoy the smell of the sun drying out the damp forest floor. I’d love to try this. My favorite of the line is the Casamorati ones. I also like Naxos and Star Musk. Thanks to your kind suppliers. USA.

  • Tale of Tales is such an underrated movie and one of a kind, much like the house of Xerjoff. This fragrance sounds magical. I appreciate the visions of a crisp, early morning in the damp forest, as if I were there myself. My favorite Xerjoff is Naxos. Cheers from Indiana, USA.

  • Phenomenal description by Nicoleta! I understand how she amazingly did comparison frame by frame of her experience with Xerjoff “Alexandria //” and her association with movie “Tale of tales” , very interesting to give this unique, “real baroque”, intoxicatingly gorgeous opulence in the iconic Xerjoff bottle!
    “Il racconto dei racconti” will be remembered just like I will always remember movie “Tale of tales” and like creation of talented Perfumer Chris Maurice “Alexandria//” visually stunning, whimsical, glorious and truly divine fragragrance.
    I love Xerjoff “Lira”
    Thank you from Florida

  • isaaclopedia says:

    Wow this review was a whole journey in itself, great work! I like how she made it seem so versatile and ever changing. This fragrance sounds intoxicating and I’d love to try. I’ve been hearing so much about xerjoff lately and I love their bottles.

  • What strikes me most about the fragrance is the mention of rapid movements between layers. I really love an evolving fragrance. My favorite Xerjoff would be 40 Knots. Thank you for the generous opportunity. USA

  • Enjoyable read as usual , Nicoleta reviews are getting better.
    Xerjoff is one best niche brands ever created. Of course I can’t say i love all they got , but undoubtedly well blended perfumes , variety is pretty big, so every fragrance lover should be able to find pleasing to his taste fragrance. At this moment I own 6 Xerjoff bottles . My favorite one is Mamluk 🙂
    To me Alexandria II is not by any means for everyone, it’s sweet and cozy in the base, but opening is like atomic bomb of lavender. Try it first , because the whole Oud Stars line to me it’s made for the connoisseurs, and not to please the masses. Ceylon and Indochine are maybe the two you could get away with.
    All the profiles I already follow on Instagram.
    USA

  • Jed Or Alive says:

    The initial reference to the fairy tales of our childhood really intrigued me, but it was the description of the fragrance as ever-changing that really pulled me in. I’m always interested in trying fragrances that really have a sense of development to them. My favorite Xerjoff at the moment is Renaissance. Located in California, USA.

  • Bryant Worley says:

    Nicoleta! I feel the same as you – – I Need This In My Life!! I appreciated the way you described every ‘scene’ of the fragrance, with good detail, and the appropriate characters in each scene. Each scene synopsis was great.

    Currently, my favorite Xerjoff is More Than Words. I live in Waldorf, MD, USA.

  • Alexandria 2 is my favourite from Xerjoff, my BIG love. I like it’s velvety rose, smooth and little sweet sandalwood touch.
    Nicoleta’s description is beautiful, especially last frame.
    US

  • What an interesting article wrote Nicoleta!! Especially I was interested to know when she started writing books about tales. She kept parallels between tales and parfumes in a very interesting way-discribing each stage in detail. I haven’t tried this parfume, but a friend of mine told about it with admiration. I would like to try it too. From Xerjoff I love Dama Bianca.

  • Such a beautiful review with comparing with fairy tale. I imagine her in last frame – how she is beautiful and beautifully smelled. I imagine how king “could care less if tomorrow morning she will turn into a witch, a dragon or if she will eat his heart out, literally”.
    This article is real fairy tale. Alexandria 2 is so well blended, smooth sandalwood perfume with fantastic longevity and good projection! But if true, Alexandria 2 is not as dramatic as Nicoleta described But I enjoyed this article.
    From Xerjof I love Mamluk, Uden, Kobe.
    US

  • Wow Xerjoff giveaway 🙂
    I have such respect for the brand.
    I’m really vain, and wearing Xerjoff is a special experience . I feel untouchable like Eliot Ness .
    My favorites are Lira and Opera . Love them equally.
    I have not smelled it , or any of OUD STARS collection , i know i should now. I can relate to Alexandria II because of how different it is , both barbershop and gourmand at the same time.
    I’m so excited for this giveaway, USA
    Regards

  • What sparks my interest is that this perfume is very nonlinear and has layers and depth to it! My favorite perfume from this house is Naxos and I would be delighted to try Alexandria as well 🙂
    from California

  • This article was very interesting and informative. This fragrance sounds beautiful and ever changing. I own and love Lyra and have tried many xerjoff that are now on my wishlist. Thank you for this opportunity. Lauren. SC, USA

  • Alexandria II attracts me sweetness and funky facets , without going over the board . The way it starts you could say it’s a manly scent , but wait until it settles down. I really like it then.
    Alexandria II by the way is the only Oud Stars i know.
    I find Xerjoff to be one the top 5 brands of high end perfumery. One of my the first niche purchases was Lira early 2012… early March I think.Doesn’t matter is you like safe , daring or sweet, Xerjoff portfolio is big , and you’re covered .
    As I said Lira was my first Xerjoff purchase, and I still love it, but it’s not my favorite one, not anymore, Cruz del Sur II is , followed by Golden Dallah and then comes Lira.
    Cheers from VA

  • Oh no! I watched Tale of Tales a few years ago and I’m still haunted by it! I can only imagine what this must smell like on skin, but if it can really evoke this bewitching and unsettling set of stories I won’t rest until I can try it! Thanks for the captivating review!

  • Thank you Nicoleta, that was quite an epic journey into fairyland and Alexandria II sounds like a multi-dimensional gem. My favorite Xerjoff so far is Naxos with ‘More Than Words’ a close second. I’m in USA

  • Ooh, what a dreamy review! Not quite sinister & very intriguing, I love the imagery provided and the fragrance notes sound absolutely wonderful!

  • doveskylark says:

    I appreciate the film recommendation from Nicoletta. I am a fan of Vincent Cassel, so I will definitely watch Tale of Tales this November. I like the way Nicoletta used frames from the film to convey the layers of Alexandria II. I am a fan of Al-Khat from Xerjoff.
    I live in the USA.

  • redwheelbarrow says:

    Great review! I have been lusting after a bottle of Alexandria II for some time now. I can’t choose a favorite from this house but I’m madly in love with Ivory Route. Thanks for the draw, I’m in the US.

  • Nicoleta’s review ties in nicely with fragrances. Olfactory memories are usually tied to emotional memories. Art is art is art. Tying this magical scent to a fairytale seems apropos. The only Xerjoff i own is More than Words and it’s a real stunner. Would love to get my nose on this one. Cheers!

  • Michael Prince says:

    Nicoleta sparked my interest with tying this fragrance Xerjoff Alexandria II into a movie Tales of Tales and frames out with scenes from the movie how this fragrance is transitioning during that time. Based on her description and the note breakdown I know I would love this fragrance. My favorite Xerjoff fragrance is 1861 Naxos. I am from the USA.

  • Somehow Alexanria II reminds me of most long term relationships, sometimes they are sharp aromatic , some other days like damp forest floor, I try to keep mine sweet all the time , like the vanilla custards Nicoleta mentioned.
    Vanilla Custards are selling well at my bakery, every day we’re open.
    I’ll keep telling this story on every Xerjoff giveaway, over and over again. THE best Xerjoff I’ve smelled called Italica. Exclusive to Harvey Nichols , and they do not want to ship it to US . On top of all it’s not even available at xerjoffuniverse , which was a shock to me. Smells very, and I mean very similar to a traditional Toffee Almond Cake with spelt flour, unsweetened cocoa powder , almonds , buttermilk , strong brewed coffee, dark rum , bittersweet chocolate , salt. It’s a traditional Italian cake. I’m pretty sure the cake was the inspiration behind Italica. One of the best realistically smelling gourmands , and top 3 gourmands in my collection, and I have over almost 100 gourmands now . It was really hard for me to get it , because I had to find someone to get it for me in UK , and bring it to the States.
    If someone from Europerfumes is reading this, try to find a way to bring Italica to US, it will instantly become a best seller, no doubts about it.
    Appreciate Nicoleta review, and the giveaway campaign
    USA

  • Captivating thing to read.
    Xerjoff is up to date brand , with catalog of fragrances looking at the past , but dipping into the future too. Alexandria II is somewhere in between i think .
    Such an unique transition , from “clean-shaved lavender” , to “sun dries the rain from the damp forest floor” to the most pleasing part “vanilla custards” .
    Interesting to see how Alexandria II would work on me , all it matters after all . More of the custards I believe 🙂
    For clubbing I have Lira , my favorite Xerjoff .
    Fantastic draw. In USA

  • This review truly spark my interest in this fragrance. In the way the fragrance is described by Nicoleta like a Medieval tale full of myth, bravery, love stories, princesses or more like a princess, enchantment and adventures.
    I’ve been slowly trying some of Xerjoff fragrances. I want to find the IT fragrance, the one for me. Thank you for another great review. Commenting from Orlando, Fl.

  • This fragrance sounds amazing, especially as it appear to really evolve during it’s wear. I love the comparison to tales that Nicoleta took when writing about the fragrance. I’m very new to Xerjoff, only having tried one of their fragrances. I would love to try this one. Thank you for the generous giveaway. Located in US.

  • Fascinating article. The notes look interesting. Haven’t tried any Xerjoff fragrances so I have no favorite yet. Maybe we will start with Alexandria II. IL, USA

  • Csaba Kukucska says:

    When I apply it it makes me feel that I’ve arrived. I’m exactly where I want to be, I became a mature, successful adult, I’m established, well off and confident. I came from the bottom and now leaving the dream. Humanity never left me me, my heart is open, I radiate love and generosity. I’m sophisticated, balanced, admired. I am also calm and collected, maybe a bit dreamy? Of course I am.