Score

88/100

Parfums de Marly

Akaster

EDP2015

“The sophisticated cousin at the dinner party who smells like he knows exactly what he's doing.”

rose

aromatic

fresh spicy

Parfums de Marly's 2015 rose-oud-aromatic, frequently compared to Guerlain Santal Royal — both occupy the polished niche rose-oud-musk register. A unisex fragrance with cypress and lemon at the top, a Bulgarian rose-African geranium heart, and an agarwood-musk-cardamom base. Performs strongest in fall and winter, evening-leaning, with strong projection.

$300–$450

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The take

What works

●Polished citrus-floral-woody structure suited to fall and winter
●Excellent longevity for the style
●Elegant without being stuffy

Trade-offs

●Less distinctive than Layton or Herod in the PdM range
●Floral heart may feel too soft for some

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity

8–10 hours

Projection

Across a table

Sillage

Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Leans masculine.

When

Spring, 51%
Summer, 24%
Fall, 100%, best
Winter, 92%, best
Day, 51%
Night, 89%, best

Occasions

Everyday Office Date nightSpecial occasion

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Akaster smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Giorgio Armani Armani Privé Rose d'Arabie (69%), Giorgio Armani Armani Privé Rose d'Arabie Limited Edition 2018 (75%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Akaster last?

8–10 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Akaster?

Akaster is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Akaster worth it?

At $300–$450, yes for this tier. Polished citrus-floral-woody structure suited to fall and winter. Excellent longevity for the style.