Zimaya 2023

Al Kaser

OrientalMiddle EastMenEau de Parfum

Opens warm and resinous with Lavender, Saffron, Artemisia, and Bergamot settling into a spiced, ambered heart of Agarwood (oud), Cypress, Geranium, and Cedar over a deep, enveloping base of Leather, Amber, and Musk.

The bloodline

HerodParfums de MarlyLoose

This bottle carries the Herod DNA. Shares 1 notes with the original.

musk

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to Herod by Parfums de Marly. Safe to own both.

Wear in
fall
winter
Wear for
date night
evening
statement
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Al Kaser bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FreshAromaticWoodyAnimalicBalsamicDryFloralGreen

Longevity

11h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Al Kaser is widely considered inspired by Memo Paris Irish Leather / Parfums de Marly Herod, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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