#NewAtParcos: Alexandre J
Founded in 2012 by the creative French designer of the same name, this fragrance label exudes luxury through each and every element. Inspired by the founder’s homeland, along with his love for travel and art across the globe, Alexandre J is packed with surprises that take you on an olfactory journey. Where old meets new, traditional meets contemporary, the brand’s philosophy is very simple—to create fragrances that are innovative, yet retain its essence of familiarity to the user.
From the first whiff itself, one will find themselves embraced by an amalgamation of notes that are different and new, yet offer a sense of comfort. Each perfume is unique and is concocted keeping the user and their personalities in mind. Bending the rules of the niche fragrance industry, Alexandre J offers a personal touch through opulent and rich perfumes that come with a burst of unusual and offbeat notes, that are from the minimalistic tonality set by its counterparts. The blend of notes strike a balance, allowing each and every fragrance from the collections to be unisex.
Alexandre J perfumes are housed in beautifully handcrafted intricate bottles that reflect the fragrance and are packed in silk-ladened boxes that announce luxury the moment you lay your eyes on it. Unlike most niche fragrances, however, Alexandre J’s opulence does not come at an exorbitant cost. The fragrances start at a rather affordable price for those who want to indulge in luxury without breaking the bank. From the handcrafted bottle to the ingredients present in it, the journey of each fragrance is handcrafted to perfection—it’s a journey that will leave you in awe.
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Alexandre J Ode To Rose Eau De Parfum
A floral fragrance, Ode To Rose is sensual and soft, with top notes of may rose, ylang ylang, and jasmine, eventually leading to its heart notes of centifolia rose, geranium, orange cassia tree, and violet leaves. Ode To Rose is an homage to nature and this story ties in beautifully when the floral accord gets its richer sillage through base notes of sandalwood, patchouli, white musk, and Virginia cedar. The bottle too is representative of the notes of the fragrance and the intricate handpainted detailing is a tribute to nature and the beauty it brings along.
Alexandre J Majestic Nard Gold Eau De Parfum
Fit for a king or queen, Majestic Nard Gold is royalty packed in a bottle. The warm and spicy fragrance opens up to top notes of incense, galbanum, and pink pepper, giving the scent quite the heady and intense start. At the heart lie notes of saffron, nard Himalayan, and Virginian cedar, all of which bring a fresh blend to the scent. Finally, the base notes of patchouli and sandalwood add that earthy and woody accord, tying in this gorgeous regal fragrance together.
Alexandre J The Majestic Jardin Eau De Parfum
One of the six fragrances in the Art Deco collection from the brand, The Majestic Jardin is a celebration of the 1920s. This comes through beautifully through the detailed glass bottle and vibrant hues present on the perfume. As for the scent, The Majestic Jardin is an amber floral fragrance that is sweet with a fresh, spicy, and woody accord. Opening up to top notes of bitter almond, the nutiness pairs well with the heart notes of cherry, black pepper, and cherry blossom. At the base, the notes of tobacco, vanilla, virginia cedar, and patchouli begin to take over, giving the scent its intense and heady sillage.
Alexandre J Iris Violet Eau De Parfum
A fruity floral and musky scent that is sensual and sophisticated, Iris Violet is truly magical. The fragrance opens up to its top notes of exotic fruits, apple, and bergamot, and eventually heads to its heart notes of iris, rose, and jasmine. The fragrance goes down a smooth, intense, and deeper path through its warm and woody base notes of cashmeran, white musk, vanilla, benzoin, virginia cedar, olibanum, and patchouli. Overall, this perfume is bright and colorful, yet has this underlying playful seduction that makes it rich, beautiful, and elegant.
Alexandre J Golden Oud Eau De Parfum
Part of the Collector’s range of fragrances, Golden Oud finds itself traversing between the oriental desert and French baroque architecture through a fruity perfume that takes you on a timeless journey worth remembering. Golden Oud bursts with rich aromatic notes, deep woody accords, and soft woods, that is reminiscent of the east. At the top you’ll find an aromatic embrace of solar notes, while at the heart of the fragrance lies white wood, vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli, and violet. The base notes of agarwood oud, oakmoss, and musk strike an intense woody accord that brings warmth to the scent.
