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Score
83/100

Armaf

Craze EDP

2014

Pegasus on a budget — the dupe that doesn't feel like a compromise.

Craze
almond
vanilla
powdery

Armaf's 2014 release — an almond-heliotrope-vanilla composition that closely mirrors the Parfums de Marly Pegasus profile. Lavender in the heart settles into a sweet powdery drydown. Wears strongest in fall and winter, evening.

The take

What works

  • 91% accuracy to PdM Pegasus — the best Pegasus clone on the market
  • Almond-heliotrope-vanilla signature nailed at $25
  • Fall-and-winter wheelhouse — too heavy for summer heat

Trade-offs

  • Bergamot opening is sharper than the more refined Pegasus
  • Longevity falls short of the $295 original

Notes

Top

HeliotropeHeliotropeCuminCuminBergamotBergamot

Mid

Bitter AlmondBitter AlmondLavenderLavenderJasmineJasmineSageSage

Base

VanillaVanillaAmberAmberSandalwoodSandalwood

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring56%
Summer20%
Fall95%
Winter100%
Day69%
Night87%

Occasions

CasualDate night

Gender

Leans masculine
$15–$25Great value
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Earned a spot in 2 of our editorial picks

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craze a good Parfums de Marly Pegasus dupe?

88% similarity to Parfums de Marly Parfums de Marly Pegasus in our database — a real match, not just shared notes. At $15–$25 vs Parfums de Marly's $290–$545, it's one of the closer budget interpretations of that DNA.

What does Craze smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Ajmal Evoke Silver Edition (73%), Dior Hypnotic Poison (61%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Craze last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 70/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Craze?

Strongest in winter and fall. Suited to casual, date night.

Is Craze worth it?

At $15–$25, yes for this tier. 91% accuracy to PdM Pegasus — the best Pegasus clone on the market. Almond-heliotrope-vanilla signature nailed at $25.