Question 1

What's the difference between The Contemporary and Layton?

Accepted Answer

The Contemporary is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from House Of Sillage (2020) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Warm Spicy, Woody, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, The Contemporary or Layton?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Contemporary scores 4.40/5 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 The Contemporary and Layton smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Warm Spicy, Woody, Aromatic, 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, The Contemporary or Layton?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits The Contemporary vs Layton?

Accepted Answer

The Contemporary scores highest for spring wear; Layton scores highest for winter wear. The Contemporary leans daytime, Layton leans evening.

The Contemporary vs Layton

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (1)

Unice pentru The Contemporary (10)

Unice pentru Layton (14)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Layton

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	The Contemporary	Layton
Brand	House Of Sillage	Parfums de Marly
An	2020	2016
Evaluare	4.40	4.45
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	masculine	feminine
Total note	11	15