Is Alexandria Fragrances Blue Stallion a dupe of Parfums de Marly Sedley?
Sedley EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Blue Stallion Extrait
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A sparkling, hyper-modern citrus-mint blend with a breezy aquatic twist and soft woods underneath. Sedley is the definition of crowd-pleasing versatility for anyone seeking a signature fresh scent with niche polish.
This one's a Sedley-alike, and a pretty strong showing at that. Performance trumps the original for many, making it a solid freshie for everyday wear. Don't expect groundbreaking originality though; it's a trusty crowd-pleaser.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
The citrus, mint, and aquatic notes make Sedley exceptionally suited to spring and summer, offering cooling freshness and lightness. Its aromatic-woody undertone lends some versatility for mild autumn days, but it lacks the warmth or heft for cold winter wear.
Occasions
Sedley's clean, sparkling freshness makes it perfect for casual and office settings where a bright, non-intrusive scent is preferred. Its moderate projection is safe for professional and day-to-day wear, but it may lack the gravitas for formal occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile and moderate projection make it ideal for the office and casual wear, with multiple reviews noting its office-safe nature. While versatile for dates, its more relaxed character makes it less suitable for very formal events. Its invigorating freshness also lends itself well to sport.
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 4 of its 7 notes, including Geranium, Lavender, Bergamot
Adds apple blossom and lemon verbena, drops ambroxan and cashmeran
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International (6)
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