Althaïr Eau de Parfum Sample – Parfums de Marly

Warm, spiced and smoothly sweet, Althaïr Eau de Parfum opens with elemi, bergamot and mandarin before cinnamon, orange blossom and cardamom bring a warm aromatic spice and Bourbon vanilla, guaiacwood and praline settle into a rich, creamy base.

Decanted from genuine retail bottles into unbranded travel-size atomisers. Available in 1ml, 5ml or 10ml sizes so you can try before committing to a full bottle.

At a glance

Fragrance family: Warm

Note journey: Elemi → Cinnamon → Bourbon Vanilla

First impression: Bright elemi and citrus with a resinous warmth

Develops into: Warm cinnamon and cardamom over creamy Bourbon vanilla and praline

Wear style: Cosy & Warm

Season: Autumn and Winter

Gender lean: Masculine

Strength: Strong

What it actually smells like

Althaïr starts with bright bergamot and mandarin alongside the resinous, slightly peppery character of elemi. Cinnamon and cardamom gradually bring more warmth, softened by orange blossom through the heart. As it settles, Bourbon vanilla becomes the focus, with praline adding a smooth sweetness and guaiacwood giving the dry down a deeper woody edge.

Who this is for

Ideal if you enjoy warm vanilla fragrances with spice and woody depth rather than a purely sugary gourmand character. Althaïr suits those drawn to creamy vanilla, praline and warming spices, particularly when you want something rich and enveloping in colder weather.

Not for you if

You prefer fresh, understated fragrances or dislike prominent vanilla paired with cinnamon, cardamom and praline sweetness.

Scent notes

Top: Bergamot, Mandarin, Elemi
Heart: Orange Blossom, Cinnamon, Cardamom
Base: Bourbon Vanilla, Guaiacwood, Praline

Created by: Hamid Merati-Kashani · Ilias Ermenidis

Sizes

1ml sample, 5ml discovery spray or 10ml travel spray.

Format: Hand-decanted perfume sample spray.

Your next discovery

If Althaïr appeals to you, try exploring Ani, Club Black or Babycat. Each develops its creamy vanilla sweetness, warming spice and woody depth from a different perspective.

All samples are hand-decanted from genuine retail bottles into unbranded travel-size atomisers.

Original retail packaging is not included.

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