Carlisle
vanilla up front, then patchouli, settling into warm spicy.
About
Carlisle by Parfums de Marly is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women and men. Carlisle was launched in 2015. Top notes are Nutmeg, Green Apple and Saffron; middle notes are Tonka Bean, Rose, Osmanthus and Davana; base notes are Patchouli, Vanilla and Opoponax. Carlisle by Parfum XXI is a Floral…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- 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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Carlisle smell like?
vanilla up front, then patchouli, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: vanilla, patchouli, warm spicy.
What notes are in Carlisle?
Top: Nutmeg, Green Apple, Saffron. Heart: Tonka Bean, Rose, Osmanthus, Davana. Base: Patchouli, Vanilla, Opoponax.
How long does Carlisle last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Carlisle loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Carlisle 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 Carlisle?
Night wear leads at 66%. Day is a secondary pick at 34%.
Is Carlisle for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 52% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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