Bucephalus No. X vs Layton
Armaf vs Parfums de Marly
Parfums de Marly Layton is apple, cardamom and lavender over vanilla, praline and guaiacwood. Armaf's Bucephalus No. X is citrus, ginger and spice over leather, myrrh and labdanum.
| Bucephalus No. X | Layton | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Armaf | Parfums de Marly |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Top Notes | bergamot, ginger, grapefruit, pepper | apple, bergamot, cardamom |
| Heart Notes | geranium, lavender, cinnamon, leather, apple | lavender, violet, geranium |
| Base Notes | cedarwood, myrrh, vetiver, patchouli, labdanum | patchouli, vanilla, guaiacwood, praline |
| Best Seasons | fall, winter, spring | fall, winter, spring |
Shared Notes (5)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What Wearers Say
Armaf Bucephalus No. X
One wearer likes its progression from sweet freshness into a smooth, creamy drydown.
Another owner enjoys its creamy citrus and aromatic character.
One buyer finds the fruity balance pleasant but is disappointed by the projection and wear time.
An owner of several Bucephalus fragrances finds the atomizers weak.
Parfums de Marly Layton
One wearer enjoys its smooth balance of spice and fruity sweetness.
Another owner likes creamy cardamom, fresh apple and lavender over warm vanilla.
Some wearers find it sweeter than they want.
Some wearers dislike the vapor-rub-like opening, although one finds the sweeter drydown more enjoyable.
The Verdict
Layton is our pick for apple, lavender and vanilla, because Bucephalus No. X goes elsewhere. Armaf's list is long and spicy: bergamot, ginger, grapefruit and pepper, then geranium, lavender, cinnamon, leather and a touch of apple, over cedar, myrrh, vetiver and labdanum. That's drier and more resinous than Layton's praline sweetness. Choose No. X if you want leather and spice.
Armaf Bucephalus No. X