House of EM5 2023

Layton

GourmandIndianUnisexEau de Parfum

Opens sweet and indulgent with Apple, Bergamot, Lavender, and Mandarin blossoming into a gourmand heart of Geranium, Violet, Jasmine, and Gardenia over a warm, edible base of Vanilla, Cardamom, Sandalwood, and Pepper.

The bloodline

LaytonParfums de MarlyStrong

This bottle carries the Layton DNA. Shares 11 notes with the original.

applelavenderbergamotmandarinvioletjasmine+5 more

Climate fit

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

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Layton by Parfums de Marly. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
fall
winter
Wear for
evening
everyday
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Layton bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

AromaticFloralFreshCitrusCreamyFruityGreenSpicy

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Layton is widely considered inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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