Question 1

What's the difference between Passion Victim and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Passion Victim is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Wilgermain (2020) dominated by Amber accords. Herod is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2012) leaning on Tobacco accords. They share 3 accords: Amber, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Passion Victim or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Passion Victim scores 3.92/5 vs Herod at 4.43/5. Herod's standout strength: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Passion Victim and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Amber, Woody, Vanilla, Labdanum, Amber. Herod: Herod is highly regarded in the community as a top-tier fragrance from Parfums de Marly, praised for its complex vanilla-tobacco profile, smooth character, and impressive longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Passion Victim or Herod?

Accepted Answer

Herod: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Passion Victim vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

Passion Victim scores highest for fall wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. Passion Victim leans evening, Herod leans evening.

Passion Victim vs Herod

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Passion Victim (6)

Unique to Herod (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Herod

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Attribute	Passion Victim	Herod
Brand	Wilgermain	Parfums de Marly
Year	2020	2012
Rating	3.92	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	9	13