Herod
“Herod by Parfums de Marly is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
A community favourite — a tobacco, vanilla composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Herod by Parfums de Marly, launched in 2012 and crafted by Olivier Pescheux, is a Woody Spicy fragrance that embodies the warmth of tobacco leaf and vanilla intertwined with rich spices. The composition opens with cinnamon and pepperwood, leading into a heart of incense and osmanthus, before settling into a musky base of labdanum, cedar, and amber. Herod's distinctive blend has made it a benchmark for similar fragrances, inspiring numerous budget alternatives and dupes, reflecting its popularity and the demand for its distinctive tobacco-vanilla-spice profile.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply one generous spritz to your pulse points — Herod’s strong opening notes will quickly settle into a comforting base. The fragrance blooms within an hour, so it's best applied just before stepping out for a dinner or evening event.
Olivier Pescheux
Founding perfumer · 82 fragrances
Designer Parfums de Marly
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intensity of a dimly lit study, where the scent of tobacco and vanilla lingers in the air, mingling with the warmth of spices.
Fig. 01 — Herod, Parfums de Marly
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