Is In The Box The Red Moon a dupe of Parfums de Marly Kalan?
Kalan EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
The Red Moon EDT
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a bold move, and it's not for everyone. The Red Moon is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, carving out its own niche rather than trying to please the masses.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its distinctive, warm spicy-citrus profile leans more towards evening wear or special occasions than a regular office day. While not strictly formal, its bold character is best reserved for when you want to make an impression.
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 10 notes is in the original, including Woody Notes, Spicy Notes, Sandalwood
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (5)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work