Question 1

What's the difference between Alexandria Orientale and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Alexandria Orientale is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2018) dominated by Oud accords. Herod is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2012) leaning on Tobacco accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Tobacco.

Question 2

Which is better, Alexandria Orientale or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alexandria Orientale scores 4.11/5 vs Herod at 4.43/5. Herod's standout strength: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alexandria Orientale and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Tobacco, Incense, Cedar, Tobacco. Herod: Herod wird in der Community als hochwertige Duft von Parfums de Marly sehr geschätzt und wird für sein komplexes Vanille-Tabak-Profil, seinen sanften Charakter und seine beeindruckende Haltbarkeit gelobt.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alexandria Orientale or Herod?

Accepted Answer

Herod: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alexandria Orientale vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

Alexandria Orientale scores highest for winter wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. Alexandria Orientale leans evening, Herod leans evening.

Alexandria Orientale vs Herod

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (6)

Einzigartig für Alexandria Orientale (8)

Einzigartig für Herod (7)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Herod

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Eigenschaft	Alexandria Orientale	Herod
Marke	Xerjoff	Parfums de Marly
Jahr	2018	2012
Bewertung	4.11	4.43
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	masculine
Gesamtnoten	14	13