Marfa Eau de Parfum bottle Marfa
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2016 Year 1995
££££ Price Tier ££
Rare Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Rare Gold

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Marfa Eau de Parfum
Marfa is a creamy, sweet tuberose powerhouse that splits opinion. You'll either adore its rich, white floral swagger or find it a bit too much, even headache-inducing. It’s certainly got staying power for those who fall for its captivating charm.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
A divisive but cheap and cheerful '90s floral aldehyde. Some say it's a classy powerhouse; others say 'old lady soap'. If you're a vintage lover, give it a go, for everyone else, maybe avoid a blind buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 11%
Floral 32% 37%
Fruity 19% 12%
Green 0% 3%
Sweet 39% 31%
Warm 3% 5%
Woody 10% 12%
Earthy 1% 3%
Animalic 10% 10%
Fresh 9% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Marfa EdP
Rare Gold EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Peach 54% vs 29%
Mandarin 45% vs 20%
Only in Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
Ylang-Ylang 33% Bergamot 17%
Shared Notes
Tuberose 41% vs 19%
Orange Blossom 28% vs 16%
Only in Marfa Eau de Parfum
Ylang-Ylang 30%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 24% vs 19%
Sandalwood 20% vs 21%
Musk 19% vs 16%
Only in Marfa Eau de Parfum
Tonka Bean 19% Cedar 17%
Only in Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
Amber 23% Woody 19%

Accords

Marfa Eau de Parfum Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
100%
White Floral
100%
87%
Tuberose
49%
75%
Sweet
56%
73%
Vanilla
70%
Woody
61%
64%
Powdery
49%
60%
Yellow Floral
54%
55%
Citrus
52%
55%
Animalic
46%
49%
Fruity
Aldehydic
49%
Fresh
48%
White Floral shared
100%
100%
Tuberose shared
87%
49%
Sweet shared
75%
56%
73%
Woody shared
70%
61%
Powdery shared
64%
49%
Yellow Floral shared
60%
54%
Citrus shared
55%
52%
Animalic shared
55%
46%
49%
49%
48%

Performance

Marfa Eau de Parfum Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Marfa Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Marfa's heady white florals and significant projection make it a bit much for a conservative office, but its powerful sillage and longevity are ideal for making an impression on a date or at formal events. It can be worn casually too, especially for brunch or spring outings, as noted by reviewers.

Rare Gold Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Several reviews highlight its warmth, elegance, and assertiveness, making it suitable for date nights or formal gatherings where a noticeable presence is desired. However, its strong projection and heavier floral-aldehydic character might be too overpowering for an office setting or casual daytime wear, as some found it 'too loud'.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
93%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Woody, Sweet accords and Peach, Orange Blossom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Marfa Eau de Parfum
Rare Gold Eau de Parfum
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