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Chaos Fragrances buying guide

The Best Xerjoff Alexandria II Clones & Alternatives

Compare Portrait Oud, Oudain, Ramz Gold, and Oud for Glory as Alexandria II clone candidates and alternatives, with wear estimates and clear scent differences.
#1 First clone candidate to sample Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud $39.99
Xerjoff Alexandria Ii PARFUM fragrance bottle
The reference fragrance

Xerjoff Alexandria Ii PARFUM

See the original fragrance profile, notes, performance data and current retailer options.

Which Alexandria II clone should you sample first?

Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud is our first clone candidate to sample for Xerjoff Alexandria II. Its aromatic opening leads toward warm spice, florals, and woods, with resemblance becoming clearer as it settles. The opening can feel fresher and greener, while the overall texture may be lighter than the original.

The reference is Xerjoff Alexandria II Parfum from the Oud Stars collection. Apple, cinnamon, lavender, and rosewood lead into rose and cedar, followed by oud, sandalwood, amber, musk, and vanilla. Alexandria II Anniversary and Alexandria Orientale are separate fragrances.

Use an estimated 6–8 hours of detectable skin wear as a planning window for Portrait Oud, including the close finish after stronger projection recedes. This is an editorial estimate, not a promise of full projection or a measured average. Individual results can be shorter or longer.

Lattafa Oudain is a looser interpretation to consider if you enjoy smoky woods with leathery, medicinal, and sweet facets. Ramz Gold offers a separate fruity floral direction, while Oud for Glory emphasizes saffron, dark woods, and earthy patchouli. Matching a woody mood does not make these three interchangeable with Alexandria II.

02 / Compare

Compare the best options

A fast side-by-side look at similarity, performance, value and who each fragrance suits best.

Rank Fragrance Score Similarity Longevity Best for Best price
#1 Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud 8.5/10 80% 6–8 hours exploring Alexandria II's aromatic floral and warm woody direction $39.99 Shop now
#2 Lattafa Perfumes Oudain 8/10 55% 6–9 hours a looser woody interpretation with leather, smoke, and amber sweetness $17.95 Shop now
#3 Lattafa Perfumes Ramz Lattafa (Gold) 8/10 40% 6–8 hours a sweeter fruity floral direction with soft woods and vanilla $11.96 Shop now
#4 Lattafa Badee Al Oud For Glory EDP 8.2/10 35% 7–10 hours saffron, earthy patchouli, and darker oud-style woods $19.95 Shop now
03 / Reviews

The full ranking

Each pick includes the important differences, tradeoffs and our bottom-line verdict.

#1 Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud fragrance bottle
First clone candidate to sample Best for exploring Alexandria II's aromatic floral and warm woody direction
Arabiyat Prestige

Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud

Lavender and aromatic freshness introduce warm spices and rose over sandalwood, cedar, and amber.

Best tracked price $39.99
Match Arabiyat Prestige Portrait Oud Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 80 ml. Portrait, Portrait Azure, and Nayel Oud are separate products. Confirm the full name, pictured bottle, volume, condition, shipping, and final total.
Chaos score 8.5/10
Similarity 80%
Longevity 6–8 hours
Chaos verdict

Our first sample for resemblance, with an estimated six to eight hours of detectable skin wear including the close finish. Compare its development over several hours. Shorter or longer results are possible, and the opening does not establish how long it will project.

How it differs from the original

Portrait Oud can begin greener and fresher than Alexandria II, with a lighter impression overall. The settled woods may feel closer, but the original's apple, rosewood, oud, and vanilla balance is not reproduced in every detail.

What works
  • A useful first candidate for direct comparison
  • Lavender, florals, and warm woods connect it to the reference
  • A fresher opening may appeal for less formal wear
Tradeoffs
  • The opening can differ substantially
  • The texture may feel lighter or less layered
  • Neither similarity nor performance is guaranteed on your skin
#2 Lattafa Perfumes Oudain fragrance bottle
Best smoky and leathery interpretation Best for a looser woody interpretation with leather, smoke, and amber sweetness
Lattafa

Lattafa Perfumes Oudain

Orange and saffron meet caramel, dry amber, tonka, and vanilla, with a dark woody and leathery impression.

Best tracked price $17.95
Match Lattafa Oudain Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 100 ml. Oud for Glory and Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud are separate fragrances. Check the name, bottle, concentration, volume, stock, shipping, and final checkout total.
Chaos score 8/10
Similarity 55%
Longevity 6–9 hours
Chaos verdict

Choose it if its dark, sweet woody character appeals to you. Estimate six to nine hours of detectable skin wear, including the close finish, with shorter and much longer wearings possible. A forceful opening can become an intimate scent later.

How it differs from the original

Oudain can feel smokier, more leathery, and more medicinal than Alexandria II. Its sweet amber character and development differ enough that some noses find little resemblance. Treat it as a looser interpretation and sample the full drydown.

What works
  • A distinctive smoky and leathery direction
  • Amber sweetness adds contrast to the darker facets
  • Worth sampling for its own woody character
Tradeoffs
  • A substantially looser match than Portrait Oud
  • Medicinal or animalic facets can be polarizing
  • Its development may miss what you enjoy in the original
#3 Lattafa Perfumes Ramz Lattafa (Gold) fragrance bottle
Best fruity floral alternative Best for a sweeter fruity floral direction with soft woods and vanilla
Lattafa Perfumes

Lattafa Perfumes Ramz Lattafa (Gold)

Apple, pear, peach, orange, and blackcurrant introduce rose and jasmine over sandalwood, patchouli, vanilla, and musk.

Best tracked price $11.96
Choose Lattafa Ramz Gold Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 100 ml. Ramz Silver is a separate scent with different performance reports. Confirm Gold on the name and bottle before comparing size, stock, condition, shipping, and total.
Chaos score 8/10
Similarity 40%
Longevity 6–8 hours
Chaos verdict

Sample it because a fruity floral scent appeals to you. Our six-to-eight-hour skin-wear estimate includes the quieter finish. Some wearings are softer or longer. Do not buy it solely expecting a convincing Alexandria II replacement.

How it differs from the original

Ramz Gold emphasizes fruit and florals rather than Alexandria II's aromatic oud-and-rosewood structure. The woody sweetness may suggest a related mood, but it is a separate alternative. Its opening can also feel sharp or chemical before settling.

What works
  • A clear change of direction toward fruit and florals
  • Soft woods and vanilla round out the base
  • Useful when the original's oud character is not your priority
Tradeoffs
  • A distant match to Alexandria II
  • Fruit and florals can dominate the wearing
  • The opening can feel harsh or oddly chemical
#4 Lattafa Badee Al Oud For Glory EDP fragrance bottle
Best saffron and dark wood alternative Best for saffron, earthy patchouli, and darker oud-style woods
Lattafa

Lattafa Badee Al Oud For Glory EDP

Saffron, nutmeg, and lavender lead into oud and patchouli over a musky finish.

Best tracked price $19.95
Match Lattafa Bade’e Al Oud Oud for Glory Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 100 ml in the black bottle. Amethyst, Honor & Glory, and La Fede Oud for Glory are separate listings. Compare the exact brand, edition, size, stock, shipping, and checkout total.
Chaos score 8.2/10
Similarity 35%
Longevity 7–10 hours
Chaos verdict

Choose it when you want a different dark wood direction. Estimate seven to ten hours of detectable skin wear, including a close finish. Much weaker or longer results are possible. Start lightly and check its settled texture before choosing a bottle.

How it differs from the original

Oud for Glory puts saffron, earthy patchouli, and dark woods at the center. It lacks the same fruity floral balance and can feel drier, harsher, or more medicinal. It is a distinct alternative for its own spicy woody character.

What works
  • A distinct option for saffron and oud-style woods
  • Patchouli adds an earthy character
  • A useful contrast to the fruitier recommendations
Tradeoffs
  • The least similar recommendation here
  • The opening can feel medicinal or rubbery
  • A strong opening does not guarantee lasting projection
04 / Our process

How we chose these fragrances

This ranking uses the original Alexandria II Parfum as its reference. Portrait Oud leads for resemblance; Oudain is a looser interpretation, while Ramz Gold and Oud for Glory offer different directions. The order considers resemblance and the usefulness of each recommendation, drawing on published fragrance descriptions and wearing accounts. Scores express subjective editorial judgment. Similarity percentages estimate perceived resemblance, rather than shared ingredients or formula overlap. Longevity windows are editorial planning estimates of detectable skin wear, including the close drydown. They are not measured averages or guarantees of continuous projection. Individual results can be substantially shorter or longer. Compare full wearings, exact editions, bottle sizes, and current checkout totals before buying.

The final verdict

Start with Portrait Oud alongside an Alexandria II sample. Compare the aromatic opening, settled woods, and overall density through a full wearing. Explore Oudain if smoky leather and sweetness appeal to you, Ramz Gold for a fruitier floral direction, or Oud for Glory for saffron and earthy dark woods. Choose the complete scent you prefer; the original's particular balance may still be worth pursuing.

Explore adjacent styles in our Oud for Greatness clone guide, Arabians Tonka clone guide, and Oud Satin Mood dupe guide.

05 / Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Alexandria II clone to sample first?

Portrait Oud is our first candidate for resemblance. Compare it directly with Alexandria II after the aromatic opening has settled, since the first spray can differ substantially.

Which Xerjoff Alexandria II edition is the reference?

The reference is the original Alexandria II Parfum in the Oud Stars collection. Alexandria II Anniversary, Alexandria Orientale, and the attar are separate editions and should not share performance estimates.

Does Portrait Oud smell exactly like Alexandria II?

No. It can open fresher and greener and feel lighter overall. Its settled woods offer a useful comparison, but the original's balance and texture can still differ.

How long does Portrait Oud last on skin?

Use an editorial planning estimate of 6–8 hours, including the close drydown. This is not a measured average or a guarantee of projection, and individual results can be shorter or longer.

Is Oudain a close Alexandria II clone?

We treat it as a looser interpretation. Its leathery, smoky, and medicinal facets can change the character substantially. Some noses find little resemblance, so sample it for its own scent.

How long does Lattafa Oudain last?

Our estimated skin-wear window is 6–9 hours, including a quieter late finish. Some wearings are shorter and others much longer. Skin persistence and projection are separate measures.

Is Ramz Gold a convincing Alexandria II replacement?

We recommend it as a separate fruity floral alternative. Its emphasis on fruit and flowers differs from the reference, even if the woody sweetness suggests a related mood. Its estimated skin-wear range here is 6–8 hours.

Is Ramz Silver interchangeable with Ramz Gold?

No. They are separate scents. This recommendation and its wear estimate apply to Ramz Gold Eau de Parfum.

Why include Oud for Glory in this guide?

It offers a distinct saffron, patchouli, and dark wood direction for readers exploring alternatives. It is not a close Alexandria II copy. The estimated detectable skin-wear range here is 7–10 hours.

Which option should I choose if I prefer fruit and florals?

Sample Ramz Gold if a sweeter fruity floral scent appeals to you. Choose Portrait Oud first if retaining more of the reference's aromatic woody direction matters.

Are these suitable for an office or hot weather?

Try a light application before wearing one in heat or a close workspace. The sweet, woody, and spicy facets can feel dense, especially with Oudain and Oud for Glory.

What do the scores and similarity percentages mean?

Scores express subjective editorial judgment, and percentages estimate perceived resemblance. They do not measure formula overlap. Use the ranking to choose samples, then compare complete wearings and current checkout totals.

Disclosure: Chaos Fragrances may earn a commission when you click retailer links on this page. Prices and availability are subject to change. Editorial rankings are independent of retailer commissions. Brand names belong to their respective owners. Similarity is subjective, and even the closest option is not an exact substitute.