Question 1

What's the difference between Palmer and Layton?

Accepted Answer

Palmer is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from GUY FOX (2025) dominated by Woody 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 4 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Palmer or Layton?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Palmer scores 4.33/5 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 Palmer and Layton smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy, Cardamom. 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, Palmer or Layton?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Palmer vs Layton?

Accepted Answer

Palmer scores highest for fall wear; Layton scores highest for winter wear. Palmer leans daytime, Layton leans evening.

Palmer vs Layton

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (5)

Uniek voor Palmer (7)

Uniek voor Layton (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Layton

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Palmer	Layton
Merk	GUY FOX	Parfums de Marly
Jaar	2025	2016
Beoordeling	4.33	4.45
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	15