Pegasus
almond up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery.
About
Pegasus by Parfums de Marly is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for men. Pegasus was launched in 2011. The nose behind this fragrance is Hamid Merati-Kashani. Top notes are Heliotrope, Cumin, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Bitter Almond, Lavender and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Musk and…
Nose: Hamid Merati-Kashani
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Musk, Cedar
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Pegasus smell like?
almond up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: almond, vanilla, powdery.
What notes are in Pegasus?
Top: Heliotrope, Cumin, Bergamot, Pink Pepper. Heart: Bitter Almond, Lavender, Jasmine. Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Musk, Cedar.
How long does Pegasus last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Pegasus loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Pegasus best for?
Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Pegasus?
Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.
Is Pegasus for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 39% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Pegasus?
Composed by Hamid Merati-Kashani. Released in 2011.
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