
Sedley
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Sedley by Parfums de Marly is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Sedley was launched in 2019. Sedley was created by Olivier Cresp and Hamid Merati-Kashani. Top notes are Lemon, Mint, Bergamot, Grapefruit and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Lavender, Rosemary, Geranium and Olibanum; base notes are Ambroxan,…
Noses: Olivier Cresp · Hamid Merati-Kashani
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 answersWhat does Sedley smell like?
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Sedley?
Top: Lemon, Mint, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Lavender, Rosemary, Geranium, Olibanum. Base: Ambroxan, Sandalowood, Cedar, Cashmeran, Vetiver, Patchouli.
How long does Sedley last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sedley loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Sedley best for?
Summer is the top pick (46%). Spring is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sedley?
Day wear leads at 78%. Night is a secondary pick at 22%.
Is Sedley for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 47% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Sedley?
Composed by Olivier Cresp and Hamid Merati-Kashani. Released in 2019.
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