Side-by-side comparison of Carlisle by Parfums de Marly and Grand Soir by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Parfums de Marly
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
| Attribute | Carlisle | Grand Soir |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Parfums de Marly | Maison Francis Kurkdjian |
| Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Rating | 4.37 | 4.30 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 10 | 9 |
42 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
Carlisle is a divisive fragrance within the community - those who enjoy it praise its artistic complexity, excellent longevity, and bridge between European and Middle Eastern perfumery styles. However, others find its heavy, all-at-once opening overwhelming or irritating, and it doesn't deliver the experience some expected based on comparisons to Layton. The fragrance rewards patience as it evolves throughout the day.
92 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
8.2
/10
Grand Soir is widely praised by the r/fragrance community as an exceptional niche fragrance with a strong opening that develops into a sophisticated amber-vanilla composition. The community strongly recommends sampling before purchasing (MFK offers 6 samples for €14) and notes that while it's not similar to Carlisle, it's a masterfully crafted scent with impressive longevity that many consider a collection essential.