Question 1

What's the difference between First Date and Herod?

Accepted Answer

First Date is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sphinx Fragrances (2022) 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 5 accords: Amber, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, First Date or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, First Date scores 4.16/5 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 First Date and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Amber, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Musky. 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, First Date or Herod?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits First Date vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

First Date scores highest for spring wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. First Date leans evening, Herod leans evening.

First Date vs Herod

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru First Date (17)

Unice pentru Herod (9)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Herod

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	First Date	Herod
Brand	Sphinx Fragrances	Parfums de Marly
An	2022	2012
Evaluare	4.16	4.43
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	22	13