The Last Spritz

Popular fragrances

Score
70/100

Parfums de Marly

Darcy

2014

Citrus and rose over patchouli — PdM's Coco Mademoiselle answer, niche-priced and warmer.

Darcy
citrus
patchouli
woody

The take

What works

  • Citruses-orange-patchouli sensual warm voluptuous feminine
  • Less citrusy denser than Coco Mademoiselle

Trade-offs

  • Obscene PdM markup for derivative profile
  • Performance often disappoints for the cost

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring83%
Summer45%
Fall100%
Winter82%
Day89%
Night83%

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Darcy smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Louis Vuitton Cœur Battant (86%), Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Parfum (81%), Chanel Chanel Coco Mademoiselle (75%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Darcy last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 58/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Darcy?

Strongest in fall and spring, works day or night.

Is Darcy worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Citruses-orange-patchouli sensual warm voluptuous feminine. Less citrusy denser than Coco Mademoiselle.