Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly
Brand: Parfums de Marly
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A dark, opulent composition where saffron and incense illuminate rich leather, smoky oud, and warm woods.
Is Kuhuyan worth it?
How it smells: Opens with violet leaf and jasmine, leather and heliotrope at the heart, then dries down to ambergris and agarwood (oud).
Scent Score: 75/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, reputation 66, versatility 73, layerability 55 and value 74, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Leather
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Violet Leaf, Jasmine, Leather, Heliotrope, Ambergris, Agarwood (Oud)
Top Notes
- Violet Leaf
- Jasmine
Heart Notes
- Leather
- Heliotrope
Base Notes
- Ambergris
- Agarwood (Oud)
- Tonka Bean
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly belongs to the woody fragrance family. A dark, opulent composition where saffron and incense illuminate rich leather, smoky oud, and warm woods. Kuhuyan opens with Violet Leaf and Jasmine. The heart brings Leather and Heliotrope. It dries down to Ambergris, Agarwood (Oud), and Tonka Bean.
How to wear Kuhuyan
On skin, Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Unholy Oud by Born To Stand Out. Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Unholy Oud on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Unholy Oud and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Kuhuyan opens with Violet Leaf and Jasmine.
The heart brings Leather and Heliotrope.
It dries down to Ambergris, Agarwood (Oud), and Tonka Bean.
What to layer with Kuhuyan
Unholy Oud by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and leather.
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Unholy Oud on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Unholy Oud
Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Smokin' Gun on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Smokin' Gun
Pegasus by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and heliotrope.
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Pegasus on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Pegasus
Pegasus Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share heliotrope and agarwood (oud).
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Pegasus Exclusif on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Pegasus Exclusif
Nisean by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, leather, and agarwood (oud).
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nisean on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Nisean
Pairings to approach with care
Waterlily Tea Dress by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Kuhuyan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Waterlily Tea Dress brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Waterlily Tea Dress on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Waterlily Tea Dress
Privé Rose Milano by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
Kuhuyan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Rose Milano brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Rose Milano on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Privé Rose Milano
Related fragrances and why
- Unholy Oud by Born To Stand Out — Both include jasmine and leather.
- Smokin' Gun by Born To Stand Out — Both include leather and tonka bean.
- Pegasus by Parfums de Marly — Both include jasmine and heliotrope.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Kuhuyan?
Kuhuyan opens with Violet Leaf and Jasmine. The heart brings Leather and Heliotrope. It dries down to Ambergris, Agarwood (Oud), and Tonka Bean.
How long does Kuhuyan last, and how strong is it?
Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Kuhuyan?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Kuhuyan?
Unholy Oud by Born To Stand Out is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and leather. Apply Kuhuyan first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Unholy Oud on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Kuhuyan : 2 sprays Unholy Oud.
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