Pegasus by Parfums de Marly
Brand: Parfums de Marly
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Pegasus opens with a distinctive almond-and-heliotrope accord accented by bright bergamot and spicy cumin. Its lavender heart settles into a rich base of vanilla, amber, and sandalwood, creating an elegant, powdery, and commanding signature.
Is Pegasus worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, cumin and heliotrope, lavender and bitter almond at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and amber.
Scent Score: 85/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 74, versatility 87, layerability 94 and value 74, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long and smells sweet and fresh. A few say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 27 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2011 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Cumin, Heliotrope, Lavender, Bitter Almond, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Cumin
- Heliotrope
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Fragrance overview
Pegasus by Parfums de Marly belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A polished, powdery amber fragrance blending creamy almond and heliotrope with aromatic lavender, warm vanilla, and smooth woods. Pegasus opens with Bergamot, Cumin, and Heliotrope. The heart brings Lavender, Bitter Almond, and Jasmine. It dries down to Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Pegasus
On skin, Pegasus by Parfums de Marly has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall, winter, and spring. Reach for it for office, evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Pegasus : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Pegasus opens with Bergamot, Cumin, and Heliotrope.
The heart brings Lavender, Bitter Almond, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Pegasus
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, amber, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pegasus : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pegasus : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lavender, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pegasus : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender and jasmine.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Pegasus : 2 sprays Libre
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and lavender.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Pegasus : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
Pairings to approach with care
Turquatic by MAC
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Pegasus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Turquatic brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Turquatic on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Pegasus : 2 sprays Turquatic
Need_U by Laboratorio Olfattivo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 31/99
Pegasus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Need_U brings a musky contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Need_U on top for musky lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Pegasus : 2 sprays Need_U
Related fragrances and why
- Pegasus Exclusif by Parfums de MarlyBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Another version of Pegasus from Parfums de Marly.
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include vanilla, amber, and sandalwood.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot and jasmine.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, lavender, and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Pegasus?
Pegasus opens with Bergamot, Cumin, and Heliotrope. The heart brings Lavender, Bitter Almond, and Jasmine. It dries down to Vanilla, Amber, and Sandalwood.
How long does Pegasus last, and how strong is it?
Pegasus by Parfums de Marly has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Pegasus?
It's best in fall, winter, and spring. It suits office, evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Pegasus?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, amber, and sandalwood. Apply Pegasus first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Pegasus : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
Reviewed alternatives
- Portfolio Royale Stallion by Al Haramain — Same note list in our catalog: heliotrope, cumin and bergamot, a bitter almond, lavender and jasmine heart, and a vanilla, sandalwood and amber base.
Compare all reviewed alternatives to Pegasus by Parfums de Marly
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