Is Alexandria Fragrances Red Stallion a dupe of Parfums de Marly Kalan?

Kalan EDP

Parfums de Marly by Céline Ripert Original Acquired

Red Stallion Extrait

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Kalan Eau de Parfum bottle Kalan EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender M
2019 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Red Stallion Extrait bottle Red Stallion Extrait
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75ml at Notino
Best value £2.16/ml (125ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Kalan EDP
Kalan is a truly divisive scent-bomb; you'll either love its unique, peppery-citrus punch or recoil from its perceived harshness. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but for those who get it, it's a confident, head-turning beast.
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Our Verdict - Red Stallion Extrait
Red Stallion captures attention with its balanced depth and spicy warmth, making it ideal for evening wear and intimate settings.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Kalan EDP A Red Stallion Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Kalan EDP
Red Stallion Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber 17% vs 44%
Only in Red Stallion
Musk 33% Patchouli 22%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Kalan Red Stallion
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Kalan

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it unsuitable for the office, but perfect for making a statement on dates or at formal events. The unique spicy-woody profile adds an intriguing touch to evenings out, though it's too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.

Red Stallion

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

The warm and spicy notes suit cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its moderate projection prevents it from being overwhelming in transitional seasons like spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

The fragrance has a moderate and versatile profile, suitable for date nights and casual outings where its depth can be appreciated. However, it's not subtle enough for the office and a bit too intense for sports.

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.

Overall scent match
6%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Amber, Sandalwood

Key Differences

Adds blood orange and lavender, drops bergamot and cardamom

Where to buy

Kalan EDP
Red Stallion Extrait
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