Question 1

What's the difference between The Formal and Sedley?

Accepted Answer

The Formal is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from House Of Sillage (2019) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Sedley is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2019) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 4 accords: Fresh Spicy, Woody, Aromatic, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, The Formal or Sedley?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Formal scores 4.19/5 vs Sedley at 4.26/5. Sedley's standout strength: Fresh, invigorating minty citrus profile with fougere characteristics. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do The Formal and Sedley smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fresh Spicy, Woody, Aromatic, Citrus, Cedar. Sedley: Sedley è una fragranza fresca divisiva che impressiona alcuni con il suo profilo menta-agrumi unico e la sofisticazione sottile, ma frustra altri con le prestazioni deboli e il prezzo premium.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, The Formal or Sedley?

Accepted Answer

Sedley: Poor longevity and performance, especially in original 2019 batch Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits The Formal vs Sedley?

Accepted Answer

The Formal scores highest for spring wear; Sedley scores highest for summer wear. The Formal leans evening, Sedley leans daytime.

The Formal vs Sedley

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (2)

Esclusive di The Formal (10)

Esclusive di Sedley (13)

Accordi in comune (4)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Sedley

Positivo

Negativo

Attributo	The Formal	Sedley
Marchio	House Of Sillage	Parfums de Marly
Anno	2019	2019
Valutazione	4.19	4.26
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	masculine	feminine
Note totali	12	15