Sedbury by Parfums de Marly
Brand: Parfums de Marly
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A refined aromatic woody fragrance blending cool lavender, mint and bergamot with spicy florals and a smooth, earthy ambered-wood base.
Is Sedbury worth it?
How it smells: Opens with clary sage, lavender and tangerine, tuberose and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to benzoin and vanilla.
Scent Score: 78/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 69, reputation 80, versatility 93, layerability 94 and value 54, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Woody · Aromatic Woody
EDP · Introduced 2015 · Men
Key accords: Clary Sage, Lavender, Tangerine, Bergamot, Tuberose, Jasmine
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Tuberose
- Jasmine
- Iris
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Sedbury by Parfums de Marly belongs to the woody fragrance family. A refined aromatic woody fragrance blending cool lavender, mint and bergamot with spicy florals and a smooth, earthy ambered-wood base. Sedbury opens with Clary Sage, Lavender, Tangerine, and Bergamot. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Iris. It dries down to Benzoin, Vanilla, Ambergris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
How to wear Sedbury
On skin, Sedbury by Parfums de Marly has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Gentleman by Givenchy. Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Gentleman and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Sedbury opens with Clary Sage, Lavender, Tangerine, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Iris.
It dries down to Benzoin, Vanilla, Ambergris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Sedbury
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, bergamot, and iris.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Gentleman
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and patchouli.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Interlude Man
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tuberose, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays J'adore
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, bergamot, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Le Male
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, jasmine, and ambergris.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Libre
Pairings to approach with care
Rain by Commodity
Not Recommended · 34/99
Sedbury has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Sedbury : 2 sprays Rain
Man 800 Black by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Man 800 Black brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Man 800 Black on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Sedbury : 2 sprays Man 800 Black
Related fragrances and why
- Gentleman by Givenchy — Both include lavender, bergamot, and iris.
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot and patchouli.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include bergamot, tuberose, and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Sedbury?
Sedbury opens with Clary Sage, Lavender, Tangerine, and Bergamot. The heart brings Tuberose, Jasmine, and Iris. It dries down to Benzoin, Vanilla, Ambergris, Vetiver, and Patchouli.
How long does Sedbury last, and how strong is it?
Sedbury by Parfums de Marly has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Sedbury?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Sedbury?
Gentleman by Givenchy is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, bergamot, and iris. Apply Sedbury first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Sedbury : 2 sprays Gentleman.
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