Question 1

What's the difference between First Date and Herod?

Accepted Answer

First Date is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sphinx Fragrances (2022) 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 5 accords: Amber, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, First Date or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, First Date scores 4.16/5 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 First Date and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Amber, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Musky. 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, First Date or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits First Date vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

First Date scores highest for spring wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. First Date leans evening, Herod leans evening.

First Date vs Herod

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (4)

Uniques à First Date (17)

Uniques à Herod (9)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Herod

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	First Date	Herod
Marque	Sphinx Fragrances	Parfums de Marly
Année	2022	2012
Évaluation	4.16	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	masculine
Total des notes	22	13