Babylon Alexandria Fragrances

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2018
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Babylon by Alexandria Fragrances is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Babylon was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Hany Hafez.

Composition Profile

green 100%
woody 85%
citrus 70%
aromatic 60%
fresh 50%
fresh spicy 40%
sweet 35%
floral 30%
white floral 25%
lactonic 20%

About the Perfumer

Hany Hafez

Hany Hafez

Hany Hafez is a perfumer who has contributed extensively to Alexandria Fragrances, with a portfolio spanning over a dozen scents such as 1981x, 50 Shades Of Gray, and African Magic. His work often blends rich, exotic accords with contemporary freshness. Hafez is recognized for creating accessible yet complex fragrances that appeal to a wide audience.

Fragrance Notes

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Fig Leaf Fig Leaf
Red Cedar Red Cedar
White Nerium Oleander White Nerium Oleander
Cypress Cypress
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Bergamot Bergamot
Pistachio Pistachio
Lemon Lemon
Musk Musk

Character Profile

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Babylon Alexandria Fragrances

Essence

The Wanderer archetype seeks freedom, discovery, and the beauty of the unknown. Babylon opens with fig leaf, red cedar, and a burst of citrus-bergamot, mandarin, and lemon-like a garden in an ancient city. White nerium, orange blossom, and pistachio add a creamy, floral sweetness, while musk and green notes evoke the dust of distant roads. This scent is a journey.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is bohemian and eclectic: linen shirts, woven bracelets, and worn leather sandals. They mix patterns and textures-a silk scarf with a denim jacket-as if collecting memories. Their aesthetic is sun-drenched and effortless, favoring natural fibers and earthy tones. They carry a worn backpack and a journal, always ready for the next horizon.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in movement as a form of prayer, in the wisdom of unfamiliar places. Curiosity is their compass; they value experiences over possessions. They embrace impermanence, knowing that every goodbye is a hello to something new. Their creed is to wander without losing wonder.

Relationships

In relationships, they are warm and open but elusive. They form deep connections quickly, yet resist being tied down. They seek fellow travelers-those who understand that love can be a shared road rather than a fixed home. Friendships are built on stories, shared meals, and spontaneous adventures. They are loyal but not possessive.

Lifestyle

Their life is a tapestry of journeys. They work remotely or in seasonal jobs, saving for the next trip. They practice yoga, cook with local ingredients, and learn phrases in every language. Their home is a rented room with a view, filled with souvenirs and books. Evenings are for writing, sketching, or stargazing.

Shadow

The shadow of the Wanderer is rootlessness and avoidance. The constant movement can be a flight from commitment or pain. The green freshness may hide a fear of stillness. They risk becoming a ghost, never fully present, always chasing the next horizon without savoring the now.

Conclusion

Babylon is the scent of a soul in motion. It is for those who find home in the journey itself. To wear it is to embody the Wanderer-a seeker of beauty, a collector of moments, a lover of the open road.