Top notes Top notes - They develop straight after you put the fragrance on. They create the first impression and tend to be quite intense, but not long-lasting. | Bergamot, Cardamom, Orange Blossom, Cinnamon |
Middle notes Middle notes - The heart of the fragrance comes out after a couple of minutes when the head of the scent fades away. These notes usually last around 2 to 3 hours. | Bourbon Vanilla, Elemi |
Base notes Base notes - The last and often longest part of the fragrance's evolution on your skin. Takes anywhere from 4 hours to over a day. | Praline, Musk, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood |
| Fragrance category | spicy, musk, gourmand |
A fragrance that is a captivating song full of irresistible opposites
Sweet and fresh, light and gourmet, delicate and magnificent in its majesty. The Parfums De Marly Althaïr Eau de Parfum for men is a symphony of delicious contrasts that underline your charisma and elegance. The opulent composition of the fragrance features bourbon vanilla, a classic ingredient, but works with it in a fresh and modern way, intertwining it with spicy citrus notes and warming spices.
- a sweet amber fragrance with spicy accords, created in 2023
- suitable for day and evening wear, especially during the colder months
- created by Hamid Merati-Kashani and Ilias Ermenidis
Composition of the fragrance
At the start, the composition of the fragrance draws you in with its enticing combination of spicy cardamom and cinnamon, the warmth of which is brightened by a fresh citrus essence of bergamot and orange blossom. When the middle notes open to you, you are enveloped in the rich aroma of bourbon vanilla, balanced by sweetly spicy elemi. In the base notes, you sense fragrant guaiac wood, combined with the intense, sweet aromas of praline, ambroxan and musk.
Story of the fragrance
The Parfums De Marly Althaïr Eau de Parfum for men pays tribute to French perfumery and Bourbon vanilla, a direct descendant of the vanilla used by perfumers during the reign of King Louis XV. This modern version takes your breath away with its captivating contrast of traditional and unexpected notes, striking a surprising balance between warmth and freshness.