Is Al Haramain Perfumes Détour Noir a dupe of Parfums de Marly Layton?
Layton EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2016 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Détour Noir EDP
Layton and Detour Noir share a similar DNA, but Layton boasts superior quality and refinement. Detour Noir, as a clone, attempts to replicate Layton's apple-vanilla-spice profile at a fraction of the cost. However, Layton distinguishes itself with smoother transitions, higher-quality ingredients, and a more balanced composition. Detour Noir can come off as synthetic and harsh, especially in the opening. If budget is a primary concern and you're willing to gamble on potential synthetic notes, Detour Noir might suffice. However, for a more luxurious and well-rounded experience, Layton is the clear winner.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You value quality ingredients and smooth transitions.
- You want a refined and balanced fragrance.
- You prefer a less synthetic and more natural scent profile.
- You appreciate a fragrance with better longevity and projection.
- You are on a tight budget and want a similar scent.
- You don't mind potential synthetic notes for the price.
- You want to test the Layton DNA before committing to a full bottle.
- You prefer a bolder and more assertive opening.
Layton is a room-filling, magnetic signature that balances juicy apple with sultry vanilla, spicy woods, and aromatic florals. It exudes confidence and sensuality, perfect for making a statement on cool nights or formal occasions.
This "clone" is highly divisive. Some see a cheap ticket to luxury, others a synthetic nightmare. You'll either get an amazing dupe, or a headache-inducing mess. Don't expect the quality of the original, but for the price, it might just surprise you.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Layton's rich warm spicy vanilla-woody profile with strong projection excels in cooler weather, especially fall and winter, where its inviting and dense sweetness envelops without overwhelming. It can be worn in spring with moderation but is too heavy for most summer climates.
Occasions
Layton's powerful sillage and sweet spicy warmth make it ideal for formal occasions, nights out, and romantic dates. It can work casually with a confident attitude but is generally too bold for the office or any sporty setting.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and warm, inviting accords make it suitable for dates and casual outings, though the initial synthetic blast noted by some may deter from formal occasions. While many find it versatile for day-to-day, a powerful vanilla-heavy scent might be too much for smaller office environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 13 notes is in the original, including Lavender, Mandarin, Bergamot
Without amber and coumarin
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International (6)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work