Perlador

I absolutely love this fragrance, definitely not something that I would find myself reaching for everyday but every now and again when I want to experience something very unique and different from anything else. I'm sure you're here because you're aware that this is a PDM Carlisle clone and you're checking out the hype for yourself... the hype is real. I picked this up from fragbuy (Mar 2022, still lots of stock) and I was surprised when they also included a small tester of PDM Carlisle to compare it against, that was a really nice touch. This, shockingly, outlasts PDM by several hours, I found that I was still getting gentle wafting's of this after 8 to 9 hours of wear and the PDM had dried down to a skin scent in half that time. It's definitely not a 1 to 1 direct clone of Carlisle but it is damn close, like surprisingly close, the biggest difference is that Perlador is quite a bit more synthetic smelling while the PDM is far more balanced and rounded but let's be fair we're comparing a cheap(ish) clone ($68) against a PDM fragrance ($300+), that really shouldn't come as a surprise. The presentation is really impressive, the bottle actually looks very classy and would be something most collectors would have no trouble putting on display with the rest of their collection unlike other clone brands (looking at you armaf...). The box that it comes in is lined with soft felt and has a ribbon acting as a hinge. Definitely an exceptional value all around. If you're chomping at the bit for a cheap alternative to Carlisle then this will really suit your needs. This is a crazy deal for the amount of value you're getting out of this. To summarize it's a long lasting performer that smells at least 80% to 90% as good or similar to PDM Carlisle and will outlast it by a good amount of hours, I would not call this blind buy worthy however. Perlador and Carlisle are not going to cater to every taste, I'd strongly suggest trying a tester of PDM first before committing, unless you're a die hard fan of the notes that are on display here in which case go nuts but if you're at all unsure then try before you buy. Performance: 8/10 Projection: 7/10 Scent: 9/10 Longevity: 8 to 9+ hours 9/10 Price: $68 CAD Value: 9/10 Overall: 8.5/10

I have the Perlador for a little over 6 months and it's now in my top 5 of my 50+ frag collection. First of all, I would like to say that the notes announced here for the Perlador are inaccurate and I really don't understand where they got these notes. Perlador is very close to Carlisle. I have compared them on several occasions side by side on scent strip and on the skin and they are similar, although slightly different. I suggest referring to the PDM Carlisle notes to get a much better idea of the scent profile. Some compare Perlador and Carlisle to Red Tobacco, but honestly, I find that they are closer to Mystery Tobacco or its clone, Exclusif Tabac (but Perlador / Carlisle have a more discreet tobacco note and a amp up patchouli note). Perlador and Carlisle share a strong patchouli base, which gives them a dark and earthy profile that can be quite polarizing. Personally, I prefer Perlador, even ignoring the price, because I find the patchouli note more pleasant and less offensive. To my nose, patchouli sometimes has an unpleasant smell of burnt rubber (for lack of a better description). This is the case for Carlisle. In the Perlador, I smell patchouli, but I don't detect the burnt rubber smell which puts me off. Also, the sweetness of Perlador and Carlisle have a different profile. Fo me, the sweetness of the Perlador is more fruity while that of the Carlisle is more caramelized. Finally, know that both are beast mode fragrances. The projection and longevity of both are among the best of any perfume I own or have owned. I made the mistake twice of being too generous with the Perlador before going to the office and I received a few comments like: "it smells good, but it smells too strong...” LOL

Intense, dark, and intoxicating, Perlador Barouge is one of the strongest, longest-lasting, and most unique fragrances in my collection. I bought it as an alternative to Carlisle by Parfums de Marly, which I’ve always admired and had a 10 ml decant of for some time. Perlador proves to be an amazing alternative, almost a one-to-one match in character. Really good quality for a "clone" fragrance. As a scent, it is bold and commanding, a true statement fragrance. Compared to most offerings on the market, it stands out immediately for its depth and intensity. This is not a safe blind buy. I would imagine it can be divisive: not everyone will enjoy it, but for someone like me, it is extremely intoxicating. There is a visceral reaction when I open the bottle, a striking sensation that hits almost immediately in the brain. That intensity means it should be approached with care, so I avoid over-spraying and steer clear of hot weather. Perlador is for fragrance enthusiasts, those who appreciate a strong, statement-making scent rather than something safe or generic. Sometimes I like to imagine which movie character or personality would match with a fragrance. For this fragrance, I immediately think of a dark, mysterious wizard, or a 300-year-old vampire. This is the kind of scent I imagine in a wizard’s tower, or perhaps in the lair of a refined, decadent villain, a fortress filled with shadow and intrigue. It is very dark, mysterious, and profound, with a slightly aggressive energy, but aggressive in a potent, commanding way rather than harsh or head-ache-inducing. It has a presence that lingers, drawing attention and fascination at the same time.

I hated this when I first got my bottle. It was already a second hand bottle when I got it, so I figured it was fully matured. I was wrong. This transformed from a dusty, floral, powdery scent that reminded my of an old lady's perfume (that I literally scrubbed off of myself when I first tried it) into a deep, dark, bold leather and incense frag. It smells like a much better blended take on the Mancera Red Tobacco DNA with some added sage, leather, and patchouli. I tried Carlisle a long time ago, but I honestly don't remember it well enough to make a comparison. It is in the same scent category as CH Mysterious Tobacco, Red Tobacco (closer to RH Intense), and Boss Bottled Absolu, which is a winter time staple in my collection. It's rich, it's bold, it's POWERFUL! I would classify this as having nuclear performance, it's one of the best performers in my collection. Easy 12+ hours on skin, over a week on clothing. Monster projection for over 6 hours. Room filler. This is a good amount stronger than Tom Ford Ombre Leather and a lot stronger than Sauvage Elixir which are two of the stronger frags in my stable. I wouldn't use more than 3 sprays AT MOST! I would only wear this one late Fall and Winter. There are a lot of frags I classify as Fall/Winter/Date Night, I would not wear this on a date in the warmer months, it NEEDS cold air to truly shine. This can easily become overwhelming if over spayed or used in warmer conditions. I will be wearing this more in the coming months, and it will definitely be in my rotation this winter.

I am writing this review after owning this fragrance for about 6 months now. Having worn carlisle before, I would say carlisle smells a bit different than this although this is an extremely well done clone. Carlisle is a little smoother and has a different vibe off the top with slightly better quality. Perlador adds a very obvious middle eastern touch with a more pronounced oud and a very nice sweet tobacco note. Also the atomizer on this is crazzzyyyy !! Having said that, this perfume is an absolute beast in its performance. Longevity is eternal. Will easily overpower other fragrances. I applied about 3-4 sprays on my shirt, wore it for about 2 hours and hung it in my closet. It's been 8 days since that and I get blasted with perlador even now when I open my closet. Cuts through the cold like damn samurai sword through a sheet of paper. Gets me a ton of compliments. Most of my other perfumes get compliments like "you smell good", everyone who has complimented this has been like "oh my god what is that ? It smells so good", "I've never smelled anyone smelling so good". Not my words, theirs. The opening is pretty much dominated by the sweet smoky tobacco with a certain refreshing aspect to it. The dry down is a vanillic bomb. It is just beautiful and so so pleasing I can barely stop smelling myself. DO NOT think twice before buying this, absolute steal despite being a little pricy for a clone but the quality, scent and performance are all more than what you pay for.