Is Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Horse a dupe of Parfums de Marly Herod?
Herod EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2012 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Arabian Horse Extrait
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A benchmark tobacco-vanilla that wraps you in smoky, spiced luxury. Herod is intense, seductive, and unmistakably plush-perfect for cold evenings, special outings, and commanding presence.
This much-debated clone of PDM Herod is a divisive force: fans laud its beast mode performance and close resemblance to the original, while critics find it synthetic and cloying. If you like a sweet, potent tobacco scent, you might just find your new obsession, but sample it first.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Herod's rich tobacco, spicy cinnamon, and creamy vanilla make it ideal for cold weather. The warmth and sweetness shine in fall and winter, but can be a bit heavy for hot summer days.
Occasions
With its strong projection and opulent, cozy aura, Herod excels for evening dates and formal settings. Its boldness may overwhelm in close office or sporty environments.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, Arabian Horse is best suited for evening wear and special occasions where its presence can be appreciated without being overwhelming. The sweet, warm tobacco and vanilla accords make it particularly apt for dates and cooler weather casual events, though it might be a bit much for a formal setting or an office environment.
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.
Shares 9 of its 11 notes, including Musk, Labdanum, Tobacco
Adds frankincense and patchouli, drops amber and cypriol oil or nagarmotha
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International (8)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work