Hermessence Ambre Narguile Eau de Parfum vs Parfums de Marly Oajan Parfum

Hermessence Ambre Narguile

Edp	Concentration	PerfumeOil
U	Gender	U
2004	Year	2020
££££	Price Tier	££

Parfums de Marly Oajan

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Hermessence Ambre Narguile

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hermessence Ambre Narguile

The one that started it all. Forget the knock-offs, Hermès Ambre Narguile is the OG apple pie gourmand, a masterpiece that manages to be both rich and refined. It's often copied, but never truly equalled.

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Our Verdict - Parfums de Marly Oajan

Parfums de Marly Oajan is a richly layered scent with a warm and spicy character that stands out beautifully in cooler climates. Ideal for formal events or intimate occasions.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	7%	5%
Fruity	2%	1%
Green	1%	0%
Sweet	50%	53%
Warm	31%	44%
Woody	4%	6%
Earthy	8%	8%
Animalic	9%	7%
Fresh	0%	0%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Hermessence Ambre Narguile EdP

Parfums de Marly Oajan

Notes

Top Notes

Honey 100%

Heart Notes

Cinnamon 11% Honey 11% Rum 9% Caramel 8% Tonka Bean 8% Vanilla 8% Benzoin 8% Tobacco 7% Labdanum 7% Coumarin 7% Sesame 6% Musk 6% Orchid 6%

Heart Notes

Cinnamon 100%

Base Notes

Amber 20% Tonka Bean 18% Vanilla 18% Benzoin 16% Labdanum 14% Patchouli 14%

Only in Parfums de Marly Oajan

Honey 100%

Shared Notes

Cinnamon 11% vs 100%

Only in Hermessence Ambre Narguile

Honey 11% Rum 9% Caramel 8% Tonka Bean 8% Vanilla 8% Benzoin 8% Tobacco 7% Labdanum 7% Coumarin 7% Sesame 6% Musk 6% Orchid 6%

Only in Parfums de Marly Oajan

Amber 20% Tonka Bean 18% Vanilla 18% Benzoin 16% Labdanum 14% Patchouli 14%

Accords

Hermessence Ambre Narguile Parfums de Marly Oajan

100%

Sweet

96%

Warm Spicy

90%

77%

Amber

90%

86%

Vanilla

80%

75%

Honey

80%

79%

Cinnamon

52%

Balsamic

70%

58%

Rum

56%

Caramel

52%

Woody

Sweet

100%

Warm Spicy shared

96%

90%

Amber shared

77%

90%

Vanilla shared

86%

80%

Honey shared

75%

80%

Cinnamon

79%

Balsamic shared

52%

70%

Rum

58%

Caramel

56%

Woody

52%

Performance

Hermessence Ambre Narguile Parfums de Marly Oajan

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Beast (10+h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Hermessence Ambre Narguile

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Its rich, gourmand character and warm spice profile make it ideal for dates and formal events, though its performance can be a bit understated for an EDT according to some. While comforting enough for casual wear, its luxurious nature might be a bit much for the office or sport.

Parfums de Marly Oajan

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The rich, sweet, and spicy notes lend themselves well to cooler weather, making it suitable for fall and winter, but its balance of warmth makes it feasible for spring evenings as well.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

The fragrance's rich and complex profile makes it ideal for romantic evenings and formal events, though it may be too intense for casual or sporty occasions.