Question 1

What's the difference between Alexandria Orientale and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Alexandria Orientale is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2018) dominated by Oud accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Rose, Leather.

Question 2

Which is better, Alexandria Orientale or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alexandria Orientale scores 4.11/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alexandria Orientale and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Rose, Leather, Apple, Rose. Promise: Promise wird weithin als Meisterwerk einer Rosenduft mit außergewöhnlichem Charakter und Einzigartigkeit gelobt und genießt starke Loyalität sowohl bei neuen als auch bei erfahrenen Duftsammlern.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alexandria Orientale or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alexandria Orientale vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

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

Alexandria Orientale vs Promise

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für Alexandria Orientale (12)

Einzigartig für Promise (9)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Promise

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Eigenschaft	Alexandria Orientale	Promise
Marke	Xerjoff	Frederic Malle
Jahr	2018	2017
Bewertung	4.11	4.21
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	14	12