Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian vs Zimaya Royal Paragon

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton.

Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian — dupe of Parfums de Marly LaytonZimaya Royal Paragon — dupe of Parfums de Marly Layton

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances Royal EquestrianZimaya Royal Paragon
Overall rating8.4/10 · 1 review8.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.0/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.5/108.2/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£39£23
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byParfums de Marly LaytonParfums de Marly Layton

Notes Comparison

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

Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian

Top Notes

  • Apple
  • Lavender
  • Bergamot
  • Mandarin Orange

Heart Notes

  • Geranium
  • Violet
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Cardamom
  • Sandalwood
  • Pepper
  • Patchouli
  • Guaiac Wood

Zimaya Royal Paragon

Top Notes

  • Apple
  • Bergamot
  • Lavender
  • Mandarin

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Violet
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Black Pepper
  • Guaiac Wood
  • Patchouli
  • Cardamom

Shared Notes

  • Apple
  • Lavender
  • Bergamot
  • Geranium
  • Violet
  • Jasmine
  • Vanilla
  • Cardamom
  • Patchouli
  • Guaiac Wood

10 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (£23)

See the full Royal Equestrian breakdown

See the full Royal Paragon breakdown

THE SCENT ATLAS