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Parfums de Marly

Parfums de Marly Carlisle dupes

5 fragrances are widely sold as cheaper versions of this. Ranked strongest match first.

What Parfums de Marly Carlisle smells like

Like a spiced apple pie with vanilla ice cream, eaten on a patchouli-scented velvet couch

Top
Nutmeg · Green Apple · Saffron
Heart
Tonka Bean · Rose · Osmanthus · Davana
Base
Patchouli · Vanilla · Opoponax

Main accords: vanilla, patchouli, gourmand, fresh spicy, warm spicy, woody. 2015 · Eau de Parfum

What smells like Parfums de Marly Carlisle

Ard Al Zaafaran TafakharWidely agreed

Ard Al Zaafaran

Tafakhar

It is blended differently and the vanilla dry-down is the best part, but Carlisle is deeper, richer and darker, and Tafakhar does not last as long.

Fragrance World CarlisleOften cited

Fragrance World

Carlisle

It smells about 95% the same, with strong projection and long wear.

Maison Alhambra CassiusOften cited

Maison Alhambra

Cassius

It smells strong up close but barely carries, so it is short on both sillage and longevity.

Borouj PerladorOften cited

Borouj

Perlador

It is very close but not boozy, with a green apple note of its own, and projection fades after about an hour. It is also hard to find and expensive for a clone.

Ard Al Zaafaran WafaOften cited

Ard Al Zaafaran

Wafa

It projects well and matches Carlisle closely at first, then drifts toward Kilian Black Phantom on the dry-down.

Ranking combines how widely wearers agree a fragrance is a dupe with how closely its notes and accords line up. “Strong match” means both signals agree; “loose match” means it is in the same family but noticeably different on skin. 5 of these link to a published source.

What each of these dupes

What is Ard Al Zaafaran Tafakhar a dupe of?

Ard Al Zaafaran Tafakhar is widely sold as a dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle. It is blended differently and the vanilla dry-down is the best part, but Carlisle is deeper, richer and darker, and Tafakhar does not last as long.

What is Fragrance World Carlisle a dupe of?

Fragrance World Carlisle is widely sold as a dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle. It smells about 95% the same, with strong projection and long wear.

What is Maison Alhambra Cassius a dupe of?

Maison Alhambra Cassius is widely sold as a dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle. It smells strong up close but barely carries, so it is short on both sillage and longevity.

What is Borouj Perlador a dupe of?

Borouj Perlador is widely sold as a dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle. It is very close but not boozy, with a green apple note of its own, and projection fades after about an hour. It is also hard to find and expensive for a clone.

What is Ard Al Zaafaran Wafa a dupe of?

Ard Al Zaafaran Wafa is widely sold as a dupe of Parfums de Marly Carlisle. It projects well and matches Carlisle closely at first, then drifts toward Kilian Black Phantom on the dry-down.

Common questions about Parfums de Marly Carlisle dupes

What is the closest dupe to Parfums de Marly Carlisle?

Ard Al Zaafaran Tafakhar is the closest we have on record. It is the one wearers name most consistently. It is blended differently and the vanilla dry-down is the best part, but Carlisle is deeper, richer and darker, and Tafakhar does not last as long.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Parfums de Marly Carlisle?

Yes — 5 of them, including Ard Al Zaafaran Tafakhar, Fragrance World Carlisle, Maison Alhambra Cassius. Each is listed above with what it gets right and where it falls short.

Do Parfums de Marly Carlisle dupes smell exactly like the original?

No. A dupe is built to the same idea, not the same formula, and cheaper materials usually show in the opening and in how long it lasts. That is why every entry here says how it differs instead of giving a percentage. Of Ard Al Zaafaran Tafakhar, for instance: It is blended differently and the vanilla dry-down is the best part, but Carlisle is deeper, richer and darker, and Tafakhar does not last as long.

What does Parfums de Marly Carlisle smell like?

Like a spiced apple pie with vanilla ice cream, eaten on a patchouli-scented velvet couch It opens on Nutmeg, Green Apple, Saffron.

About Parfums de Marly Carlisle

Parfums de Marly Carlisle is a rich, gourmand composition named after a famous racehorse. Released in 2015 as a unisex Eau de Parfum, this fragrance builds a luxurious tapestry of vanilla, patchouli, and warm spices that is both indulgent and sophisticated.

The opening is warm and intriguing. Nutmeg provides sweet, warm spiciness, while green apple adds a crisp, slightly tart freshness. Saffron contributes its distinctive metallic, honeyed warmth. This trio creates an opening that balances sweetness with spice and freshness with warmth.

The heart is rich and exotic. Rose provides classic floral beauty, while osmanthus adds a fruity, slightly apricot-like quality. Tonka bean contributes sweet, almond-like warmth, and davana brings a fruity, wine-like character that adds exotic complexity.

The base is dark and satisfying. Vanilla provides deep, creamy sweetness, while patchouli adds earthy, slightly sweet depth. Opoponax contributes a warm, slightly sweet, myrrh-like resinous quality.

With dominant vanilla, patchouli, and gourmand accords plus prominent fresh spicy and warm spicy qualities, Carlisle is a fragrance for those who appreciate rich, layered compositions. The moderate woody, balsamic, fruity, sweet, amber, and earthy elements add impressive complexity. The saffron-vanilla-patchouli combination is particularly effective, creating a warm, golden richness that develops beautifully throughout the day. Best suited for cooler weather and evening wear when its depth can truly shine.

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