Shams Narcissus
Memo Paris2014
Side by side
Shams Narcissus vs. Alexandria Orientale
Is Shams Narcissus better than Alexandria Orientale?
Shams Narcissus rates higher with the community, while Alexandria Orientale wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Rose
amberpowderyoudfresh spicygreenwoody
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Shams Narcissus and Alexandria Orientale?
| Shams Narcissus | Alexandria Orientale | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2014 | 2018 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Christian Carbonnel |
| Best season | Fall | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Shams Narcissus and Alexandria Orientale smell?
Shams Narcissus
Amber
Yellow Floral
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Powdery
Oud
Fresh Spicy
Green
Alexandria Orientale
Oud
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Rose
Aromatic
Tobacco
Leather
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Shams Narcissus and Alexandria Orientale share?
Top
SaffronGingerPepperCypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
Green AppleLeatherBasilFrankincense
Heart
NarcissusRose
RoseCorianderCedarwoodIris
Base
Agarwood (oud)LabdanumStyraxTolu BalsamCashmeranTonka Bean
OudMuskAmberBourbon VanillaSandalwoodTobacco Leaf
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
NarcissusRose
RoseIris
Spicy Notes
SaffronGingerPepper
Coriander
Woody Notes
Agarwood (oud)
OudCedarwoodSandalwood
Resinous Notes
LabdanumStyrax
Frankincense
Amber
Cashmeran
Amber
Oriental Notes
Tonka Bean
Bourbon Vanilla
Where they fit
When and where do Shams Narcissus and Alexandria Orientale work?
Spring
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Shams Narcissus or Alexandria Orientale?
| Shams Narcissus | Alexandria Orientale | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Shams Narcissus and Alexandria Orientale?
Shams Narcissus is not subtle, and that is precisely the point. With no top or base notes to soften the blow, it delivers its full Oriental vision immediately. If you want restraint, look elsewhere.Shams Narcissus
Green apple and basil lead the opening, creating a fresh and aromatic start. Oud and tobacco form the base, providing depth and presence that endures throughout the wear.Alexandria Orientale
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