Side-by-side comparison of The Formal by House Of Sillage and Carlisle by Parfums de Marly
House Of Sillage
Parfums de Marly
| Attribute | The Formal | Carlisle |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | House Of Sillage | Parfums de Marly |
| Year | 2019 | 2015 |
| Rating | 4.19 | 4.37 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 12 | 10 |
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.