Althaïr
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into warm spicy.
About
Althaïr by Parfums de Marly is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for men. Althaïr was launched in 2023. Althaïr was created by Hamid Merati-Kashani and Ilias Ermenidis. Top notes are Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Cardamom and Bergamot; middle notes are Bourbon Vanilla and elemi; base notes are Praline, Musk, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood,…
Noses: Ilias Ermenidis · Hamid Merati-Kashani
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Althaïr smell like?
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: sweet, vanilla, warm spicy.
What notes are in Althaïr?
Top: Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Cardamom, Bergamot. Heart: Bourbon Vanilla, elemi. Base: Praline, Musk, Ambroxan, Guaiac Wood, Tonka, Candied Almond.
How long does Althaïr last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Althaïr loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Althaïr best for?
Winter is the top pick (43%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Althaïr?
Night wear leads at 62%. Day is a secondary pick at 38%.
Is Althaïr for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 40% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Althaïr?
Composed by Ilias Ermenidis and Hamid Merati-Kashani. Released in 2023.
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