Question 1

What's the difference between Black Extreme and Layton?

Accepted Answer

Black Extreme is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Mandarina Duck (2014) dominated by Vanilla accords. Layton is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2016) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Fresh Spicy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Extreme or Layton?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Extreme scores 4.38/5 vs Layton at 4.45/5. Layton's standout strength: Excellent longevity, projection, and sillage. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Black Extreme and Layton smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Fresh Spicy, Powdery, Warm Spicy. Layton: Layton is a well-crafted, versatile fragrance with strong performance that genuinely appeals to many in the community, but it remains highly divisive due to its premium $285 price tag that many feel is unjustified compared to cheaper alternatives like Spicebomb Extreme.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Black Extreme or Layton?

Accepted Answer

Layton: Excellent longevity, projection, and sillage Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Black Extreme vs Layton?

Accepted Answer

Black Extreme scores highest for fall wear; Layton scores highest for winter wear. Black Extreme leans evening, Layton leans evening.

Black Extreme vs Layton

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Black Extreme (5)

Uniek voor Layton (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Layton

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Eigenschap	Black Extreme	Layton
Merk	Mandarina Duck	Parfums de Marly
Jaar	2014	2016
Beoordeling	4.38	4.45
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	15