125ml
125ml
75ml
PARFUMS DE MARLY
HEROD
Eau De Parfum
Men
Sizes
Starting
$290
Description
Herod by Parfums de Marly is a luxurious, boldly masculine fragrance that captivates with its spiced tobacco and creamy vanilla signature. The scent opens with a vivid rush of cinnamon and pepper, quickly unveiling a smoky, resinous heart rich in tobacco leaf and frankincense. Deep woods and sultry vanilla create a sophisticated, enveloping warmth as the fragrance settles, balanced perfectly for both elegance and comfort. Its opulent blend is ideal for making a memorable impression in cooler weather, coveted by aficionados for its smooth, seductive appeal.
Perfumer: Olivier Pescheux
Scent Profile
Woody
Spicy
Tobacco
Vanilla
Warm
Sweet
Notes
Top Notes
Cinnamon
Black PepperMiddle Notes
Tobacco Leaf
Frankincense
Labdanum
OsmanthusBase Notes
Vanilla Pods
Cedarwood
Vetiver
Patchouli
Cypriol
MuskWoody Accord
Iso E SuperAbout PARFUMS DE MARLY
Parfums de Marly is a French luxury fragrance house inspired by the splendor of 18th-century French royal courts. Founded by Julien Sprecher, the brand combines opulent, baroque aesthetics with modern perfumery, creating rich, long-lasting scents such as Layton, Delina, and Herod that embody elegance, power, and refinement.
Perfumer
Julien Sprecher
Julien Sprecher is a French entrepreneur and fragrance creator, best known as the founder and creative director of Parfums de Marly. Driven by a passion for 18th-century French history and olfactory excellence, he built the brand into a symbol of modern luxury, blending royal heritage with contemporary sophistication in every scent.
Reviews
4.2
Very Good15 reviews
Luckyscent
4.2/5 • 15 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers praise Herod for its outstanding performance, rich tobacco and vanilla composition, and refined warmth that suits both formal and casual settings. Many note its compliment-getting aura and versatile appeal, with few reporting drawbacks except for its intensity in very hot weather.
Pros
Performance excellence: Lasts 9-12 hours on skin with moderate to strong projection, especially during the first few hours.
Versatile appeal: Ideal in fall and winter, yet wearable year-round for those who enjoy richer scents; works well for dates and formal occasions.
Quality composition: Reviewers highlight the smooth blend of tobacco, spices, and vanilla, describing the scent as opulent, balanced, and beautifully crafted.
Cons
Specific limitation: Some users find it too heavy or sweet for hot summer days, where the richness may overwhelm.
Situational drawback: Its dense profile may be less suited to daytime wear in warm climates or casual outdoor activities.
Comparisons
Similar to Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille: Shares a tobacco and vanilla core, but Herod is noted for a softer, less aggressive, and more wearable character.
Reminds reviewers of By Kilian Back to Black: Both evoke sweet tobacco, but Herod leans more into spicy, woody warmth with prominent vanilla.
Vibe & Emotions
Confidence: Worn in romantic or formal settings, reviewers feel uniquely sophisticated and memorable.
Comfort: The sweet, cozy tobacco-vanilla drydown evokes a comforting, enveloping warmth in cool weather.
Seduction: Often described as sexy, inviting, and a magnet for compliments when worn on evenings out.
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