Question 1

What's the difference between Damascus and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Damascus is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gritti (2012) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Amber, Cinnamon, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Damascus or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Damascus scores 4.22/5 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 Damascus and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 6 accords, including Warm Spicy, Amber, Cinnamon, Sweet, Woody. 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, Damascus or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Damascus vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Damascus vs Herod

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Damascus (5)

Uniques à Herod (10)

Accords communs (6)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Herod

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Damascus	Herod
Marque	Gritti	Parfums de Marly
Année	2012	2012
Évaluation	4.22	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	masculine
Total des notes	8	13