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Percival

2018unisex

amber up front, then aromatic, settling into woody.

Percival by Parfums de Marly is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Percival was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Hamid Merati-Kashani. Top notes are Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Geranium and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Hedione, Violet, Jasmine, Coriander, Cinnamon and Cardamom; base notes…

amber aromatic woody citrus

Nose: Hamid Merati-Kashani

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Geranium, Pink Pepper
Heart· 2–4h
Hedione, Violet, Jasmine, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cardamom
Drydown· 6h+
Ambroxan, Amberwood, Musk, Balsam Fir, Clearwood, Tonka

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

86%

85%

85%

81%

74%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachClose

Summer33%Spring33%Fall24%Winter11%Day64%Night36%Wears male63%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Percival smell like?

amber up front, then aromatic, settling into woody. Dominant accords: amber, aromatic, woody.

What notes are in Percival?

Top: Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Geranium, Pink Pepper. Heart: Hedione, Violet, Jasmine, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cardamom. Base: Ambroxan, Amberwood, Musk, Balsam Fir, Clearwood, Tonka.

How long does Percival last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Percival loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Percival best for?

Summer is the top pick (33%). Spring is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Percival?

Day wear leads at 64%. Night is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Percival for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 63% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Percival?

Composed by Hamid Merati-Kashani. Released in 2018.