Oajan by Parfums de Marly
Brand: Parfums de Marly
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A rich, honeyed gourmand wrapped in cinnamon, resinous amber, creamy vanilla, and warm tonka bean.
Is Oajan worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cinnamon, honey and osmanthus, benzoin and labdanum at the heart, then dries down to vanila and tonka bean.
Scent Score: 84/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 90, versatility 79, layerability 81 and value 74, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Gourmand · Spicy Amber
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Cinnamon, Honey, Osmanthus, Benzoin, Labdanum, Ambergris
Top Notes
- Cinnamon
- Honey
- Osmanthus
Heart Notes
- Benzoin
- Labdanum
- Ambergris
- Artemisia
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Oajan by Parfums de Marly belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A rich, honeyed gourmand wrapped in cinnamon, resinous amber, creamy vanilla, and warm tonka bean. Oajan opens with Cinnamon, Honey, and Osmanthus. The heart brings Benzoin, Labdanum, Ambergris, and Artemisia. It dries down to Vanila, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, and Musk.
How to wear Oajan
On skin, Oajan 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, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray Oajan : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Oajan opens with Cinnamon, Honey, and Osmanthus.
The heart brings Benzoin, Labdanum, Ambergris, and Artemisia.
It dries down to Vanila, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, and Musk.
What to layer with Oajan
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share benzoin, tonka bean, and musk.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oajan : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Paradigme by Prada
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share benzoin and musk.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Paradigme on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oajan : 2 sprays Paradigme
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambergris, tonka bean, and musk.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oajan : 2 sprays Lafayette Street
Harlem Nights by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share tonka bean and patchouli.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Harlem Nights on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oajan : 2 sprays Harlem Nights
Nuits de Noho by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and musk.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nuits de Noho on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Oajan : 2 sprays Nuits de Noho
Pairings to approach with care
Néroli Amara by Van Cleef & Arpels
Not Recommended · 30/99
Oajan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Néroli Amara brings a citrus contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Néroli Amara on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oajan : 2 sprays Néroli Amara
Tommy by Tommy Hilfiger
Not Recommended · 30/99
Oajan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tommy brings an aromatic contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tommy on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Oajan : 2 sprays Tommy
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include benzoin, tonka bean, and musk.
- Paradigme by Prada — Both include benzoin and musk.
- Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include ambergris, tonka bean, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Oajan?
Oajan opens with Cinnamon, Honey, and Osmanthus. The heart brings Benzoin, Labdanum, Ambergris, and Artemisia. It dries down to Vanila, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, and Musk.
How long does Oajan last, and how strong is it?
Oajan by Parfums de Marly has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Oajan?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Oajan?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share benzoin, tonka bean, and musk. Apply Oajan first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 1 spray Oajan : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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