Craze

Craze is a hidden gem that offers remarkable quality and sophistication at an unbeatable price point. For those familiar with Pegasus by Parfums de Marly, Craze is a strikingly accurate alternative that captures much of the same DNA at a fraction of the cost. It’s a fragrance that balances gourmand richness with a refined masculinity, making it ideal for men who want something classy yet accessible. The opening is dominated by a sweet almond note, creamy and slightly powdery, immediately setting a warm and inviting tone. As the scent develops, lavender and vanilla come to the forefront, creating a smooth, aromatic heart that feels both comforting and luxurious. These notes are seamlessly blended, evoking a sense of familiarity while maintaining a polished elegance. In the dry-down, the fragrance settles into a base of amber, sandalwood, and a touch of musk. This phase is rich, warm, and subtly sweet, leaving an impression that feels both modern and timeless. The resemblance to Pegasus is undeniable—Craze masterfully captures the same balance of creamy almond, aromatic lavender, and soft woods, offering an experience that feels opulent without the high price tag. While Craze is versatile enough to be worn by a wide age range, its slightly mature undertones make it particularly suited for men in their 30s, who can appreciate its balance of sweetness and refinement. Longevity and projection are solid, lasting for hours with a moderate sillage that’s never overwhelming. Overall, Craze by Armaf is a fantastic option for anyone seeking the luxurious feel of Pegasus without the premium price. Its quality, performance, and resemblance to a high-end masterpiece make it an exceptional value, ideal for those who want a fragrance that feels sophisticated and memorable.

This is another one I've only recently acquired so might be a little early for full review but what I've found so far is the opening is a little feminine for my liking but then dries down to a lovely soft more masculine scent which I do remember being similar to the Pegasus sample from PDM I tried last year. Only issue I have so far is the flimsy cheap plastic lid to the bottle but that's not top of the agenda when buying perfume it's the juice inside that counts. Update: Been wearing this on & off now for past week & I've finally came to a conclusion .......... it's lush! - the dry-down especially, not beast mode strong but simply gorgeous & for the price (£25 in UK for 100ml) it's a steal - I really cannot recommend this fragrance enough especially at its price, I'm wholly tempted to get another before it either runs out, word gets around & price goes up or it's reformulated. Longevity seems pretty good & its sillage isn't bad either, this really is a gem! Update2: Been wearing this a lot lately, especially in work & although in previous 'update' I described it as "not beast mode strong" I now beg to differ slightly, initially it does not appear that strong (depending on how many sprays obviously) but 2-3 hours down the line I find it gets considerably stronger, quite noticeably so!! In my job we're not supposed to reek of perfume of any sort so I now do just 2 or 3 sprays under-clothes before work & find that it lasts most of the day without overpowering my colleagues but creating a comfortable bubble around you, had a compliment in work today on how nice I smelled & she wasn't that close!. I still love the opening & adore the dry down & am highly tempted to get another before word gets around & it either gets expensive, unavailable or reformulated!

I've never smelled Pegasus or any other PDM fragrance and I do not have a trained nose, so take this with a grain of salt. I get the same root beer float scent from this that I get from Armani code Profumo. There is something sharp like licorice or sassafras that is being blunted by a powdery vanilla. The overall effect is something pleasantly sweet that maintains a spicy and woody masculinity. The sweetness of it makes me hesitant to wear it in the summer heat, especially during the opening. At the drydown, it is more mellow and I could see myself wearing this for a night out with my lady, even in the summer if the wind is blowing. If Pegasus is better than this I don't want to smell it because then I would NEED to buy it, and I cannot afford it. I love this fragrance. Can't wait for the fall to try it out. I'll update this review with some qualitative and quantitative performance evaluations once I have worn it for a day or two. Edit: I've worn this many times since my original review. Performance is top notch. Pure beastmode on skin and clothing alike. Still haven't smelled the PDM, so I still cant compare it to that. But this one doesn't come off as harsh in any way like some other middle eastern clones. The value proposition here is amazing. Great for fall and winter, and I even get away with it on spring evenings. Great for the office or out on a date. One of my favorite fragrances.

When i first got this bottle, i didn't like it. I was not impressed at all. Did a few sprays and left it thinking no, its not for me. I think it macerated because when i revisited the bottle, this juice is nice. It is a clean, high quality fragrance with excellent performance. It leans towards your de tour noir kind of vides even though they are different, i get a slight similarity. I actually wore it today as i am writing this review and its projecting very well 3 hrs later. For the price you pay this juice is great, it is worth having in a collection. The fragrance is very versatile and can be worn in any occasion however colder months are better suited. In hot weather go easy on the trigger because this juice is beast. I can see it being cloying and choking in hot weather. Some people it smells like Pegasus. So i took the Maison Alhambra Perseus and compared it to Craze because reviewers says the Perseus also smells like Pegasus. These 2 fragrances are totally different. Not even close in anyway. Since i dont now Pegasus smells like so i cant really comment on how close it is. I am giving my feedback based on just how Craze smells. Final thoughts, its a beautiful fragrance with good performance. Is it blind buy safe? I would recommend you try it first because it is rather unique. As i mentioned before when i got it i didn't like it at all. Now i am hooked.

It grew on me. I think it took me a little while to appreciate what it had going on. I’ve never really been a PDM fan, the scents never spoke to me so I never bought any. (Sacrilegious!) The scent of this is Almond, Vanilla, Heliotrope. It doesn’t really switch up, it just kicks it very one dimensional. It’s not a bad thing! It’s truly a nice winter wear. The bottle is tacky as shit, and cumbersome. Thank god it’s not an indication of the fragrance! It’s not a stereotypical mens fragrance, it’s very unisex, in a good way. It’s not like ToyBoy where it takes a certain type of man to wear I think anyone can get away with rocking this. I truly think it’s a good break from your norms, I can’t see it being a signature scent (at least for me) but I like it as a nice bridge when I want to switch it up, but still keep it safe. If you don’t like it off the bat just give it a few more wears, let it grow on you. I promise you it will. Overall it’s a nice cheapie, something you could easily pull off in the right situation, pretty strong, and something I’d consider a solid pick up if you get a good deal. TLDR: It’s a good scent, good price, shitty bottle, unisex profile, and overall solid pick up. Something to wear when you need a change of pace. Wearing constantly would be too much of a good thing.