Question 1

What's the difference between Sparkling Opal and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Sparkling Opal is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thameen (2020) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Warm Spicy, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Sparkling Opal or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sparkling Opal scores 4.53/5 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 Sparkling Opal and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Labdanum. 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, Sparkling Opal or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Sparkling Opal vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Sparkling Opal vs Herod

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (5)

Uniques à Sparkling Opal (11)

Uniques à Herod (8)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Herod

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Sparkling Opal	Herod
Marque	Thameen	Parfums de Marly
Année	2020	2012
Évaluation	4.53	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	masculine
Total des notes	17	13