Perseus
“Perseus by Parfums de Marly is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men”
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Respected, if divisive — a citrus, woody composition with a aromatic undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Perseus, crafted by Nathalie Templer and launched in 2024 by Parfums de Marly, is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that captures the essence of duality. The opening notes of grapefruit and bergamot bring a bright, zesty freshness, while black currant adds a subtle fruity depth. As it evolves, vetiver and green mandarin introduce an earthy, aromatic richness, grounding the composition in a lush, natural landscape. The heart of geranium and dry wood maintains this balance between fresh spiciness and woody warmth, leading to a base of ambergris, balsam fir, cedar, and tonka bean that provides a warm, enveloping finish.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Perseus projects well with just one spray — the grapefruit and bergamot opening is bright but fades within an hour. The vetiver and woody base notes carry the scent for much of the day, so it's better suited to cooler temperatures where its warmth feels inviting rather than overpowering.
Nathalie Templer
Founding perfumer · 4 fragrances
Nathalie Templer, born in France, studied chemistry and began her fragrance career in a small Grasse business before joining the Mane group, where she worked a decade as a perfume analyst specializing in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. She later moved to Dubai, and in 2016 joined Expression Parfumée (now under Givaudan) as a perfumer, favoring reduced formulas where each ingredient plays a precise role.
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp morning air of a dense forest, where the sun filters through leaves, casting dappled light on the earthy undergrowth.
Fig. 01 — Perseus, Parfums de Marly
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