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Parfums de Marly 2024 EDP

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Perseus

by Nathalie Templer

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Parfums de Marly Perseus is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Nathalie Templer. Perseus opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Mandarin, Vetiver, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Woody, Cedar, and Tonka Bean. Parfums de Marly's Perseus carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Perseus is a divisive beast: some rave about its 'nuclear' fresh longevity and bright, modern citrus; others dismiss it as a sour, overpriced clone of Terre d'Hermes. Either way, it's a bold take on a classic profile, so don't blind buy.
  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Modern
Perseus Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage for a freshie make it versatile, leaning casual for daytime but adaptable. Reviewers mention it working well for a full workday and warm weather, indicating strong performance in various settings.

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About

Perseus bursts open with a vibrant, zesty hit of grapefruit and blackcurrant, sharp and almost tactile. This invigorating citrus gradually mellows into a sophisticated heart of aromatic vetiver and green mandarin, underscored by geranium. The dry down introduces a rich, earthy woodiness with cashmere wood and fir resin, grounded by ambergris and a hint of tonka, offering a surprisingly long-lasting fresh scent with a warm, clean finish.