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Layton Exclusif
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Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly is an oriental fragrance for men and women. This composition was launched in 2017 under the olfactory direction of Hamid Merati-Kashani. The top notes unfold with almond, mandarin, bergamot, aquatic notes, apple and grapefruit; the heart reveals galbanum, rose, geranium, gardenia, water lily, lavender and cinnamon; while the base notes settle on Laotian oud, guaiac wood, vanilla, coffee, sandalwood, amber, Indonesian patchouli leaves, pink pepper, oakmoss, cedar and leather.
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- Positivo 81%
- Negativo 11%
- Neutral 8.7%
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A cracker, ideal if you already have Layton: placed side by side, there is no noticeable difference; it’s 90% the same but with less brightness. At first, it smells more smoky and resinous, but after two hours it surpasses the original in projection, though not by much—just more perceptible. Strong notes of vanilla, patchouli, mandarin, and sandalwood, with that smoky touch; the rest blends so well that everything sounds luxurious. If you have one or the other, it’s almost the same, and those who don’t know them won’t notice. Top performance, very elegant. Scent 10/10, Longevity 9/10, Projection 9/10, Sillage 9.5/10. Highly recommended.
A very good fragrance. If you already own Layton, you won’t notice much difference when placed side by side with the Exclusive; the distinctions are minimal. The opening is less bright; it’s about 90% similar but with less sparkle. In the first hour of dry-down, it feels slightly more smoky and resinous. After two hours, this scent surpasses the original, projecting a bit more strongly—though not by much, it is certainly more perceptible. The most prominent notes are vanilla, patchouli, mandarin, a touch of sandalwood, and a hint of smoke; the other declared notes are hard to identify because everything smells so well-balanced and high-level. My verdict: if you are deciding between one or the other, they are almost the same, and someone who doesn’t know both won’t notice these small differences. It is a fragrance with excellent performance, very elegant, and truly good. Scent 10/10, Longevity 9/10, Projection 9/10, Sillage 9.5/10. Highly recommended.
It’s a Layton with oud; it smells like the oud in Esika’s Prive Homme 😂
I loved this fragrance; it produces great pleasure from its notes, sensual, woody, sweet, smoky and most incredibly, quite wearable, not heavy at all. I imagine this is the fragrance I’ll use when I make a major acquisition. On the other hand, as a collector, this fragrance was a 3-in-1 in categories where I have few representatives: oud, animalic and gourmand… all in this one.
I believe it’s impossible to review this fragrance without referring to the original Layton. In my case, I never got past Layton; that menthol accord it has (or at least I feel) makes it smell like Vicks VapoRub all the time; in fact, once someone commented ‘it smells like menthol’. I wanted to try this Layton Exclusif hoping to find something different, and wow, there are noticeable changes. The opening will seem identical to Layton, but in the dry-down I don’t feel that heavy menthol accord anymore; it’s a fragrance with more mystery and darkness, even more mature. I see Layton for people between 15 and 30, Exclusif for those over 30, with ‘business casual’ attire. I liked it; I’ll wait until my Layton runs out (I sell decants in Chile), and then I’ll get a bottle of this Exclusif.
You can’t talk about this fragrance without mentioning the original Layton. For me, the regular Layton smells like Vicks VapoRub due to that menthol accord I detect; someone even said it smells like mentholated ointment. I tried the Exclusive looking for something different, and there are noticeable changes: the opening is the same, but as it dries down, that heavy menthol disappears, leaving something more mysterious, dark, and mature. I see Layton for the 15–30 age group and the Exclusive for those over 30 with a business casual style. I liked it; I’ll keep the Layton until it runs out (I sell decants in Chile) and then I’ll buy a bottle of this Exclusive.
I just bought it and it’s worth every dollar spent. It smells like a millionaire, conveying elegance, status, and quality. The longevity has no comparison with anything in my collection. Very satisfied with the investment.
Just acquired it. Worth every dollar invested; its millionaire scent, elegance, status, quality and longevity can’t be compared with any in my collection. Very satisfied with the investment.
I just bought it; it’s truly a MARVEL, the darker sister of LAYTON, an ideal delicacy for autumn and winter and why not spring. What more can I say about this great fragrance? As some say, it’s worth every dollar I paid. Highly recommended.
I just bought it and it’s a marvel: the darker sister of Layton. A perfect delicacy for autumn and winter, or even spring. Worth every penny I paid. Highly recommended.
It smells good, but I expected something more original. Perhaps I had too many expectations.
Smells very good but I expected something more original… I don’t know, perhaps I had too many expectations.
Wearing this, you smell like THE BOSS!… It’s not a very common scent but it’s in the portable range. Very good longevity and projection in the same condition. The only downside in my opinion is that it can only be worn in winter and autumn, obviously with a well-matched outfit, nothing casual or informal.
I just tried it in a perfumerie. It’s like regular Layton, just darker with a strong woody note. It smells INCREDIBLE. I fell completely in love. I feel compelled to buy it. Edit: said and done, I bought it a while later. I still love it, although most people who smelled it agree it smells like a grandfather or an older person. It’s not a fragrance to please the masses, but it’s not unpleasant either, so it’s not out of place to wear it. Lasts about 10 hours, and you can smell it all the time. I’m super happy with the purchase! It’s a fragrance I highly recommend and the jewel of my collection.
I tried it in a perfumerie and it’s like the regular Layton but darker and with lots of wood. It smells incredible and I fell in love; I forced myself to buy it. Edit: I now own it and still love it, although many people say it smells like an old man. It’s not for everyone, but it’s not out of place. It lasts about 10 hours and I am super happy. It’s the jewel of my collection and I recommend it highly.
Forgive the fragrance experts if I’m saying something crazy; as an inexperienced nose that can’t distinguish notes, I’d say it smells like smoke with Layton underneath. It even reminded me of Amouage Interlude or its budget clone, Midnight Oud by Ard al Zaafaran. It’s a fragrance that might put people off at first, but as happens with many others, the more time passes, the more I like it. Still, I wouldn’t buy it because that ‘darkness’ doesn’t suit me.
I enjoy woody scents. I own four Swiss flankers of Shaghaf Oud and I’ll keep the rest. There are fragrances with ‘oud’ in the name but no oud in the scent, and that’s how much I love oud. So I really like a strange Layton. If you overspray Layton with Reminiscence Oud, you’d get something like this. A good decision. Those who dislike earthy scents won’t like this. Basically, they aimed for something darker and more masculine and achieved it. Excellent opening. More nutty, less fruity than Layton, but as it dries down it produces a very masculine scent of oud, galbanum and sandalwood. If you don’t overdo it, it’s fine for the office. It comes across a bit dry and powdery, like sawdust in a carpentry workshop, but I’ve always loved my dad’s and uncle’s workshops for their smell. Some who don’t know oud, galbanum or sandalwood might detect cedar. Definitely winter wear. It could lean a bit too much towards woodiness for dates, depending on your date. Great projection and longevity. Whatever the setting or purpose, I think this is one you can wear for your own pleasure without caring a jot about whether others like it or not.
It’s like an endless letter to the Corinthians in ingredients, summarised as earthy, woody and incense-heavy. It tells me nothing. The longed-for animal or almond notes are absent, or at least I can’t detect them. Layton Exclusif feels super invasive at first, mega-masculine on the first spray; perhaps they toned down the intensity to make it wearable for women, but I find it so heavy and classic that it bores and overwhelms me. Very much for a mature businessman in a suit all day long, with little imagination; it has disappointed me.
Another earthy-woody-incense scent that doesn’t speak to me. The animalic or almond notes I expected are not there. Layton Exclusive is super invasive at first, mega masculine; perhaps they toned down the intensity for women, but it seems so heavy and classic that it bores me. It smells like a mature business man all day long, with no imagination. I am disappointed.
Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly. OMG, I loved it the moment I tried it and bought it instantly. I feel a half-sweet, half-citrus almond note from the mandarin and bergamot, which then transforms into something super earthy, dark, and animalistic due to the oud, coffee, and civet. As described, it smells like THE BOSS, but not boring; it smells like a wealthy boss who is kind and fun (only with those who interest him), yet firm, mysterious, and very dirty in bed. For me, it’s the perfume of Christian Grey. Compared to Layton, this is harder to like. Layton is the kitten everyone wants to pet, but Exclusif is the lion no one can tame and everyone wants to be. Just don’t buy it if you don’t have the nose or the wallet to match. Success.
Tested on skin, it smells exactly like Amouage’s Interlude. The blend of sandalwood and oud ends in an overly invasive incense. It lasts beastly well and has great class, but its versatility is non-existent: only winter nights or weddings. Apologies to the fans; it gives me neither compliments nor personal enjoyment. In terms of construction and quality, it’s a gem for collection, but buying blindly is forbidden. The aroma is overwhelming: incense, palo santo, and strong wood. The personality is that of an alpha male who takes everything and doesn’t care about anyone’s opinion. If you think you have that personality, ask your close friends; otherwise, you’ll be a Winnie the Pooh in a Batman suit.
If you like Bleu de Chanel Parfum and EDP, this is a Bleu stepping up to niche. They aren’t the same chords, but they share the same style, with more complexity thanks to the oud, coffee, and vanilla.
I want to share the anecdote that won my soul: I sprayed it before sleeping, and eight hours later, still groggy upon waking, a divine aroma reached me. It was the Exclusif. My subconscious found it edible; I tried to bite it until I reacted. First confused, trying to identify it, then I remembered the spray. A beautiful, long-lasting, masculine scent full of power. Buy it.
It smells good and you can tell it’s high quality, but the problem is the performance. Perhaps due to my skin’s pH, it projects very little from almost the start, and by three hours I have to sniff it myself. It neither projects nor lasts. I’ll wait a few months to see if maceration makes a difference.
A true marvel; I didn’t expect such a dark aroma from Parfums de Marly. It starts fresh, but watch out for the twist: within minutes it turns dark, slightly smoky, and resinous, very much in the Arab style. It reminded me of the Elixir and Absolu de Boss; a real gem.
Dark and strong, it lasts 6 hours on skin and clothes until you wash them. With this, you are the Boss of Bosses in a good suit; on the street, people will say you smell like a millionaire.
It smells very mature, nothing youthful. On the first spray, you can feel its potency and personality; it’s ideal for night outs or serious situations like the office. It doesn’t quite grab me because that interesting ‘maturity’ doesn’t suit my style; it’s for those over 35.
It starts fresh and reminiscent of Layton, but within seconds, it transforms into a super dark fragrance. This is how someone like Carlos Slim smells. A very mature scent, recommended for those over 30. It features a very smoky wood and leather base, with a sweet and floral hint lurking deep in the background. It’s pure elegance, but not for the young.
It’s basically an improved Layton. It opens with a citrus bomb that quickly yields to a smoky mix of oud and woods, but remains very pleasant thanks to its prominent talc-floral touch. As it dries, it becomes sweeter, and I notice a super creamy vanilla leather. It’s not animalistic or dirty as some notes suggest; it’s perfectly balanced. It’s super masculine, elegant, and formal, suitable for those over 25. The original is more youthful and versatile for daytime wear. On my skin and my partner’s, it performs incredibly well. Per-fu-ma-zo.
Layton Exclusif is a more intense, opulent and sophisticated version of the classic Layton. It moves away from the accessible sweetness of the original to offer something more mysterious, dark and deep, ideal for those seeking exclusivity and character. The notes are as described above, some more prominent than others. – Longevity: Easily 10-11 hours on my skin (I have high pH). – Projection: High at first, then it becomes an enveloping bubble. – Sillage: Noticeable and elegant, perfect for special occasions. Is it worth it over the original? It depends on your preferences. If you prefer something accessible and versatile, the original is better. But if you’re looking for something dark, exclusive and with presence, the Exclusif is a jewel. In my opinion, they are very similar in the opening, but totally different in the dry down. I prefer the Exclusif a thousand times over; it has great presence and a luxurious aura. If you enjoy scents with oud, amber and a spicy woody base, but with a gourmand and sensual touch, it’s an excellent option. Fine note: 8.8/10
Elegant, fresh and suitable for any occasion; an exquisite fragrance. I don’t see any resemblance to Layton, which is also incredible. One of my favourites from Parfums de Marly.
This is a mature, dark, heavy and particular fragrance; it’s not for everyone and I don’t recommend buying it blindly. Of all the notes, what predominates is a fleeting citrus opening that merely greets you before vanishing almost instantly. Then it dries down to reveal a sweet, gentle floral facet accompanying smoky woods, some incense and certainly patchouli, all easy to perceive. Once settled, it becomes sweet, perhaps reminiscent of vanilla, as if the entire dry, potent smoky base is caressed by a sweet touch that makes it more docile. Personally, I like it very much; it’s ideal for formal evening scenes and preferably in cool or cold weather since its notes are not amiable. It doesn’t seem particularly novel or extravagant; woody, smoky perfumes with sweet patchouli already exist. It reminded me a lot of Boss Bottled Absolu, though they aren’t identical. If you enjoy challenging scents and want to smell like an elegant man, give it a try; it’s highly recommended for cold climates or situations where you aren’t sweating to enjoy it fully.
The opening put me off slightly. The only moment I detect any oud (I doubt it’s real) lasts three seconds, after which it settles into a Layton-like scent with quite a bit of patchouli and a more woody character. It does feel more mature than Layton, but at 23 years old, it suits me perfectly on very cold nights. Longevity and projection are good.
Few modern perfumes can compare to this beast. The opening is critical, but then vanilla and oud emerge to give it real depth. Always test before buying; it’s a distinctive scent that may not suit everyone. In my collection, it’s the best value for money (PDM already offers high quality). The downside? The price. Its exceptional aroma comes at a cost. I recommend it only to those who have been in this world for a while.
WARNING! Do not buy if you have tried an old batch. What a reformulation; in my opinion, they have ruined it. It does not last less, but it feels like an inspiration from any designer brand. The scent has lost its depth (that delicious dark vanilla that was there before is neither here nor there) and generally feels of lower quality. Is it a bad scent? By no means, in itself it is a good perfume… but with the price and compared to the original formula, for me it is now almost rubbish. I could not understand how a niche brand could do this to a flagship product, or how a designer brand that views perfumery as part of its business could do this. Reading online, I learned that Parfums de Marly was acquired along with Initio Parfums Privés in mid-2023 by Advent International. What is it? An American private equity firm that buys companies, squeezes them for profit and then sells them. As for me, I will never buy or try anything from Parfums de Marly (nor Initio) again. For me, they no longer exist; let those leeches have it.
Its scent reminds me greatly of Donna Karan’s Be Delicious Nights and Cacharel’s Amor Amor Temptations; it also has a touch of Dior Addict. It is very elegant and exquisite. Although I do not own it, I heard it on a colleague at work and was left speechless and heartbroken… Divine and delicious!
Paying $350 for this fragrance is a challenge in my country. It is delicious and has brutal projection; I will have it in my hands one day.
I’ve been in this fragrance hobby for six months; I’ve tried almost all the popular designer scents, so I decided to try something higher level and bought a decant of Parfums de Marly. To be honest: it smells like fine stable Vicks VapoRub, but in the end, a very marked animalic note remains that prevents me from enjoying it. No one would compliment this scent.
I started this hobby six months ago, trying almost all popular designer scents before deciding to step up my game, so I bought a decant of this Parfums de Marly. To be honest: it smells like fine stable vapourub. In the end, it leaves a very marked animalic note on the skin that prevents me from enjoying it. No one would compliment this fragrance.
Layton is my favourite, so I had high expectations for the Exclusif. It isn’t the most intense version of the original; rather, it’s a different construction. The original is more versatile, friendly and bright; this is rich, dense, structured and creamy from the outset. It feels less automatic but possesses far more identity. It smells distinct and expensive, and it is worth it. The citrus opening vanishes quickly: mandarin, bergamot and a very pleasant creamy almond. There is no dominant apple note found in the original, making it less youthful. As it dries down, an elegant touch of oud emerges—not dominant or heavy, but adding texture and depth to the vanilla, stripping away its easy sweetness and introducing shadow. The florals are clean and comforting without being obvious. In the dry down, it is vanilla-woody, warm and creamy. I detect sandalwood and patchouli. It is a deep sweetness, almost vanilla with amber and wood, warm on the skin without being cloying. It smells more adult to me than the original, which I find youthful. I thought the oud and iris would make it difficult to wear, as I am not a fan of those notes, but this is different: it is not aggressive, it is elegant with depth. I expected something more intense, but it is more sophisticated. Honestly, I like it more than the original, which is hard to say when Layton is my favourite. Ideal for temperate or cold climates, elegant dinners, outings where you want to make an impression, or dates. The hype is already there; when I save up, it goes straight into my collection. Rating: 9/10