Is Lattafa Art of Arabia II a dupe of Parfums de Marly Pegasus Exclusif?
Pegasus Exclusif EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2020 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Art of Arabia II EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A lavish, creamy take on masculine almond-vanilla, Pegasus Exclusif is enveloping, powerful, and undeniably upscale. It radiates opulence and late-night charisma, best reserved for moments when you want to be remembered.
This one's a wildcard. Some reckon it's a creamy, sophisticated almond-oud masterpiece, whilst others will tell you it's a rancid, unwearable mess. Definitely not for the faint of heart, and absolutely not a safe blind buy. Patience is key, apparently, as it needs time to mature from 'fart spray' to acceptable.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Pegasus Exclusif is dense, rich, and warm with pronounced spicy, nutty, and woody facets, making it ideal for cold weather and autumnal transitions. Its heavy presence and creamy almond-vanilla base can be overwhelming in high heat, but shine in the chill of fall or winter.
Occasions
Its powerful projection and opulent, sweet-warm signature make it best suited for formal events and evening occasions. It can work for dates where confidence and sensuality are desired, but is far too bold and enveloping for sport or understated office wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and strong oud-forward profile make it too intense for an office setting. However, its unique and luxurious aroma could work for a sophisticated date night or a formal event, appealing to those seeking something out of the ordinary.
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 7 notes is in the original, including Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Heliotrope
Without geranium and guaiac wood
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (6)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United Kingdom from the United States. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work