Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait vs Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait.

At a glance

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait costs £39 and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq costs £24, so Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq is £15 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 23 distinct notes listed across both (17%). Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait is Extrait and listed as unisex, while Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait.

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

Interplay Extrait is Alexandria’s extrait interpretation of Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum, delivering bitter almond richness, radiant saffron, shimmering jasmine, cedarwood polish, and the iconic ambergris musky burnt sugar trail.

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

A rich saffron amber fragrance combining bright fruit, caramelised warmth, florals, leather, and woods, positioned as an oriental interpretation of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait.

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait, dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 ExtraitRasasi Qasamat Bareeq, dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay ExtraitRasasi Qasamat Bareeq
Overall rating8.6/10 · 1 review8.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.8/108.8/10
Projection8.5/108.2/10
Scent accuracy8.7/107.5/10
Value for money8.2/108.5/10
Price£39£24
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 ExtraitMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

Top Notes

  • Bitter Almond
  • Saffron

Heart Notes

  • Egyptian Jasmine
  • Cedarwood

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Musk
  • Woody Notes

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Orange
  • Artemisia
  • Tagete Flower
  • Green Apple

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Violet
  • Clove
  • Saffron
  • Chamomile
  • Rose
  • Caramel

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Vetiver
  • Cedarwood
  • Ambergris
  • Musk
  • Moss
  • Benzoin
  • Leather

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Cedarwood
  • Ambergris
  • Musk

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait lists Bitter Almond, Egyptian Jasmine and Woody Notes that Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq does not.

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq lists Bergamot, Orange, Artemisia, Tagete Flower, Green Apple, Jasmine, Violet, Clove, Chamomile, Rose, Caramel, Patchouli, Vetiver, Moss, Benzoin and Leather that Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Bitter
  • Mineral
  • Nutty

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Earthy
  • Powdery
  • Leather
  • Aromatic
  • Patchouli
  • Rose
  • Violet
  • Caramel
  • Green
  • Mineral
  • Resinous
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Woody, Amber, Floral and Mineral. Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait also lists Musky, Bitter and Nutty. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq also lists Citrus, Earthy, Powdery, Leather, Aromatic, Patchouli, Rose, Violet, Caramel, Green, Resinous, Oriental and Spicy.

Vibes

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

  • Sweet
  • Modern
  • Luxurious

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Powerful
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Oriental
  • Compliment
  • Luxurious

Both share Sweet, Modern and Luxurious. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq also lists Dark, Bold, Mysterious, Powerful, Warm, Oriental and Compliment.

Occasions

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Formal
  • Nightlife
  • Year-round

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Nightlife
  • Cold weather
  • Cooler weather

Both share Signature, Evening and Nightlife. Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait also lists Daytime, Formal and Year-round. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq also lists Social, Autumn, Winter, Cold weather and Cooler weather.

Performance

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

  • Strong projection
  • Long lasting
  • Linear

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

  • Strong projection
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • Powerful

Both share Strong projection. Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait also lists Long lasting and Linear. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq also lists Beast mode, Beast and Powerful.

Style lane

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait

  • Amber woody

Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq

  • Resinous woody

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait lists Amber woody. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq lists Resinous woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait (8.7/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq (£24)

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait leads on projection and scent accuracy, while Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq leads on value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait has 1 community review and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait or Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait costs £39 and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq costs £24, so Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq is £15 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait or Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait 8.8 out of 10 for longevity and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq 8.8 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait or Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait 8.5 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq 8.2 out of 10, so Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait rates higher.

Which is closer to Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait, Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait or Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait 8.7 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq 7.5 out of 10, so Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait rates higher.

Which is better value, Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait or Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait 8.2 out of 10 for value for money and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq 8.5 out of 10, so Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq rates higher.

What notes do Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq share?

They share 4 notes: Saffron, Cedarwood, Ambergris and Musk.

Which occasions suit Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait and Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq?

Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Formal, Nightlife and Year-round. Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Autumn, Winter, Nightlife, Cold weather and Cooler weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait vs Alexandria Fragrances Interplay Extrait
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