Parfums de Marly
Oajan EDP
“A velvet room at midnight — opulent, heavy, and entirely intentional.”
Often compared to Kilian's Angels' Share (cognac-tonka-vanilla DNA) at a higher concentration — Shyamala Maisondieu's 2013 launch for Parfums de Marly. A warm-spicy-amber unisex fragrance with cinnamon, honey, and osmanthus at the top, a benzoin-labdanum-ambergris-artemisia heart, and a vanilla-tonka-patchouli-musk base. Performs strongest in fall and winter, leans evening, lasts 10-plus hours with strong projection.
The take
What works
- ●Oud-benzoin-cinnamon combination that's legitimately luxurious
- ●Sillage that commands attention without becoming a wall
- ●One of PdM's most underrated heavy hitters
Trade-offs
- ●Very strict fall/winter — not a versatile entry
- ●Premium pricing with limited situational use
Notes
Top
Cinnamon
Honey
OsmanthusMid
Benzoin
Labdanum
Ambergris
ArtemisiaBase
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
Musk
PatchouliPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
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Earned a spot in 4 of our editorial picks
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Parfums de Marly Oajan smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Hermès Hermessence Ambre Narguile (84%), Alexandria Fragrances Apple Crumb (63%), By Kilian Angels' Share (60%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Parfums de Marly Oajan last?
10+ hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 90/100) with strong projection.
When should you wear Parfums de Marly Oajan?
Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, special occasion.
Is Parfums de Marly Oajan worth it?
At $340–$460, yes — and the gap to the next tier up is real. Oud-benzoin-cinnamon combination that's legitimately luxurious. Sillage that commands attention without becoming a wall.
Details
- Perfumer
- Shyamala Maisondieu