Question 1

What's the difference between A Man and His Pipe and Herod?

Accepted Answer

A Man and His Pipe is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from TSVGA Parfums (2021) 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, Musky, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, A Man and His Pipe or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, A Man and His Pipe scores 3.72/5 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 A Man and His Pipe and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Herod: Herod is highly regarded in the community as a top-tier fragrance from Parfums de Marly, praised for its complex vanilla-tobacco profile, smooth character, and impressive longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, A Man and His Pipe or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits A Man and His Pipe vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

A Man and His Pipe scores highest for fall wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. A Man and His Pipe leans evening, Herod leans evening.

A Man and His Pipe vs Herod

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Herod (13)

Gedeelde akkoorden (6)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Herod

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Eigenschap	A Man and His Pipe	Herod
Merk	TSVGA Parfums	Parfums de Marly
Jaar	2021	2012
Beoordeling	3.72	4.43
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	0	13