Kuhuyan

I echo many of the sentiments expressed below about this fragrance and Marly in general. They are all pretty excellent fragrances minus a couple just for taste reasons but like any house they do have a style and it seems to tend towards the warm and oriental. I found myself stuck between this, Oajan and Herod (eventually opting for Oajan) because they were all very good. I suspect like with Oajan secrets and extra nuances will be released on further inspection I've no doubt but even without that insight, I instantly fell for Kuhuyan. Helitrope and I don't really get on but this is a delightful blend of an almond/vanillin/suede and woods...probably the best way to describe it. The heart notes are pleasantly floral and slightly powdery violet and base is tonka and warm amber and again...probably oud? This is a true composition with nothing over stepping it's bounds and actually making for quite a tame fragrance. These elements don't spring to mind as being my favourite but undoubtedly work together. Quality is good, longevity is a bit lacking but I'd definitely like to try it again.

Probably my favorite cold weather PDM, and overall one of the best PDM's. Why is this discontinued? It's pretty versatile, even though it's probably best in fall and winter day or night, and I can see it being used in early spring. Great opening and even better dry down, this is unique and satisfying. I'll take this over layton, herod, haltane, oajan, althair, carlisle etc.. Since it's leather and violet people compare it to Fahrenheit, but personally I don't see it, it does it's own thing, and there's a creamy floral aspect (still very masculine) to it that pushes it in a different direction. One of the best smooth leather fragrances I've tried.

One of the best leather fragrances that I have. I think that is better than the hyped Godolphin, for instance. Very complex and unique. The violet leaf in this case is very mild and don't presents the petrol scent. The only thing that is a little bit negative is the performance, which is lower than other Parfums de Marly fragrances. In my skin lasts up to 8 hours (not totally bad, but bellow heavy PDM fragrances like Kuhuyan). In my opinion, this fragrance has an overall score of 4.25 of 5.0. I recommend for its uniqueness.

Masculine, leathery, anamalic, unique, a bit daring. Yes. 12+ hrs on my skin and I like this a lot. My wife doesn't like it, but she prefers simple scents. I wear this one for me. After a few hours the violet leaf becomes the star and hangs out for the duration. I wouldn't pay full price with other offerings available at this price point, only because the limited use... but don't underestimate the beauty and precision with this one. Look for it on sale or used. I have the vintage 2013 bottle.

Woah. This stuff is great! Someone below wrote that it was the best leather-based fragrance he's ever smelled....and I must agree (or at least one of the best)! I think the reason this may not be one of the more popular PDM's is because it takes leather fragrances to a whole new direction, which some people may not be ready for. It's a pleasant, kind leather that shows no offense. The sillage and longevity are both great. Gets me through the entire day and I can still smell it afterwards.