Aleksandr
“Aleksandr by Arquiste is a Leather fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a leather, ozonic composition with a aquatic undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Aleksandr by Arquiste is a Leather fragrance for men. Aleksandr was launched in 2012. Top notes are Neroli, Vodka, Aldehydes and Birch Leaf; middle notes are Violet Leaves, Russian Leather, Orris and Cognac; base notes are Balsam Fir, Oakmoss, Birch Tar and Natural Musk. The inspiration of the fragrance:January 1837, St. Petersburg, Russia"On a frosty winter afternoon, a fiery gentleman finishes his toilette by dabbing on a preparation of Neroli and Violet. He draws down his cuffs, dons a heavy fur and strides out in polished leather boots. As he rides off on his sleigh, the woody scent of Fir fills the air. Beyond the snow-laden trees, on a clearing bathed in amber light, the fateful duel awaits."The main notes of the fragrance are the following: Neroli, Violet Leaf, Fir Balsam, Russian Leather.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
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Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Balsam Fir
Originating from the resinous barks of fir trees, Balsam Fir carries with it the scent of dense coniferous woods and a hint of fresh pine. Its aroma is both earthy and uplifting, reminiscent of walking through an evergreen forest on a cold day, where the air is sharp and invigorated by the chill.
Oakmoss
Oakmoss, derived from lichens growing on oak trees, exudes an unmistakable blend of damp forest floor and mossy green. Its scent is both deep and complex, with hints of woodsy freshness that evoke the quiet solitude of a shaded grove.
Violet Leaves
Violet Leaves evoke the lush undergrowth of a forest floor, with a scent that is both vegetal and subtly sweet. Derived from the same plant as violets but capturing the essence of its leaves instead of flowers, this note brings an earthy, green dimension to fragrances.
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Birch Tar, Honeyed Citrus
Aleksandr's smoky birch tar and Russian leather run underneath Moustache's lemon verbena and honeyed lavender, and both share oakmoss, so the leather's darker edge grounds the brighter citrus-herbal top. It reads sharper and smokier than Moustache alone, softer and greener than Aleksandr alone.
Spray Moustache first for the citrus and honey opening, then apply Aleksandr at the collar so the birch tar and leather emerge later.
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Aleksandr + Rule #7 Bold
Great aquatic + aromatic and aquatic + citrus combination
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Aleksandr + Citrus Noir
Great aquatic + citrus and aquatic + aromatic combination
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