Often citedParis Corner
Prodigy
A simplified reading of the original rather than a full copy, and the simplification is not held against it — owners of both rate it a very good clone.
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Xerjoff Alexandria Ii dupes
2 fragrances are widely sold as cheaper versions of this. Ranked strongest match first.
What Xerjoff Alexandria Ii smells like
Like apple and rose tucked into a rosewood box, lavender and cinnamon settling into a warm oud-vanilla blanket
- Top
- Palisander Rosewood · Lavender · Cinnamon · Apple
- Heart
- Rose · Cedar · Lily of the Valley
- Base
- Sandalwood · Amber · Vanilla · Musk
Main accords: woody, amber, powdery, lavender, warm spicy, oud. 2012 · Eau de Parfum
What smells like Xerjoff Alexandria Ii
Often citedOften citedAurora Scents
Saher
Keeps the rich vanilla-amber-oud core that people buy the original for, but the cinnamon is the tell — louder, sharper and further forward here, where the original folds it smoothly into the vanilla and woods. Less polished, and nobody calls it a 1:1, but close enough to wear without thinking about the price.
Ranking combines how widely wearers agree a fragrance is a dupe with how closely its notes and accords line up. “Strong match” means both signals agree; “loose match” means it is in the same family but noticeably different on skin.
What each of these dupes
What is Paris Corner Prodigy a dupe of?
Paris Corner Prodigy is widely sold as a dupe of Xerjoff Alexandria Ii. A simplified reading of the original rather than a full copy, and the simplification is not held against it — owners of both rate it a very good clone.
What is Aurora Scents Saher a dupe of?
Aurora Scents Saher is widely sold as a dupe of Xerjoff Alexandria Ii. Keeps the rich vanilla-amber-oud core that people buy the original for, but the cinnamon is the tell — louder, sharper and further forward here, where the original folds it smoothly into the vanilla and woods. Less polished, and nobody calls it a 1:1, but close enough to wear without thinking about the price.
Common questions about Xerjoff Alexandria Ii dupes
What is the closest dupe to Xerjoff Alexandria Ii?
Paris Corner Prodigy is the closest we have on record. Wearers name it more often than the alternatives, though agreement is not unanimous. A simplified reading of the original rather than a full copy, and the simplification is not held against it — owners of both rate it a very good clone.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xerjoff Alexandria Ii?
Yes — 2 of them, including Paris Corner Prodigy, Aurora Scents Saher. Each is listed above with what it gets right and where it falls short.
Do Xerjoff Alexandria Ii dupes smell exactly like the original?
No. A dupe is built to the same idea, not the same formula, and cheaper materials usually show in the opening and in how long it lasts. That is why every entry here says how it differs instead of giving a percentage. Of Paris Corner Prodigy, for instance: A simplified reading of the original rather than a full copy, and the simplification is not held against it — owners of both rate it a very good clone.
What does Xerjoff Alexandria Ii smell like?
Like apple and rose tucked into a rosewood box, lavender and cinnamon settling into a warm oud-vanilla blanket It opens on Palisander Rosewood, Lavender, Cinnamon, Apple.
About Xerjoff Alexandria Ii
Xerjoff Alexandria II is a unisex EDP from Xerjoff, launched in 2012. Named after the great ancient city, it's a warm, cinnamon-lavender fragrance with a smooth amber and vanilla base — cozy and elegant.
The opening is woody and spiced. Palisander rosewood gives a dry, slightly sweet woodiness. Lavender adds classic aromatic structure. Cinnamon provides warm, sweet spice. Apple adds a fresh, slightly fruity quality.
The heart is floral and woody. Rose adds classic floral depth. Cedar provides dry woodiness. Lily of the valley brings a delicate freshness.
The base is warm and smooth. Sandalwood gives creamy warmth. Amber provides depth. Vanilla adds sweetness. Musk keeps everything skin-close.
Best in cooler weather and suits casual and evening occasions. Warm, sweet, and approachable — the cinnamon-lavender-vanilla combination is comforting and pleasant.