Question 1

What's the difference between Arcanum and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Arcanum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Navitus Parfums (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 6 accords: Amber, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Arcanum or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Arcanum scores 4.02/5 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 Arcanum and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 6 accords, including Amber, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody, Cinnamon. Herod: Herod est très apprécié dans la communauté comme un parfum haut de gamme de Parfums de Marly, loué pour son profil complexe vanille-tabac, son caractère lisse et sa longévité impressionnante.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Arcanum or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Arcanum vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Arcanum vs Herod

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (4)

Uniques à Arcanum (5)

Uniques à Herod (9)

Accords communs (6)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Herod

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Arcanum	Herod
Marque	Navitus Parfums	Parfums de Marly
Année	2020	2012
Évaluation	4.02	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	masculine
Total des notes	9	13