Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke vs IBRAQ Balas Rose

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

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

Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 ExtraitIBRAQ Balas Rose — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances Sweet SmokeIBRAQ Balas Rose
Overall rating8.2/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.2/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.4/107.0/10
Value for money7.8/108.5/10
Price£39£44.99
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 Sweet Smoke

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Almond

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Amberwood

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Musk
  • Cedar

IBRAQ Balas Rose

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Rose
  • Raspberry

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Vanilla
  • Suede

Base Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Musk
  • Birch

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Jasmine
  • Musk

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke (8.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke (8.4/10)
  • Value for money: Wins IBRAQ Balas Rose (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Alexandria Fragrances Sweet Smoke (£39)

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