CinnamonOpens with
Tobacco LeafHeart
VanillaDries down to
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Parfums de Marly · Sold as masculine
Herod
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.
Smells liketobacco
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HerodLuxury · $250+
42%Similar accords, often for lessKensington Amber · Penhaligon'sPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
The story behind the bottle.
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.
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.
Fig. 01 — Herod, Parfums de Marly
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Olivier Pescheux
East meets WestOlivier Pescheux is a master perfumer at Givaudan whose work draws deeply from his extensive travels through the Middle East and Asia.
“The idea behind Eau Capitale was to illustrate the perfect perfume for a Parisien/Parisienne: chic and elegant, but also sensual and sexy, ready for a date at any time.”
Olivier Pescheux · fragroom, March 2020
Designer Parfums de Marly
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What people
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A community favourite: loved by 62%, disliked or hated by 6%.