After a touching opening volley of crisp green apple and nutmeg, which makes us think of an ice cold apple martini with a side of warm apple pie, the fragrance dovetails into a jammy, boozy floral heart that will have you swooning with pleasure and delight – brimming with apricot-like osmanthus, a juicy red rose jam, and a rich fruity davana that smells like dark rum and green, sharp herbs. Softened and cosseted by a spicy, vanillic accord of tonka bean, vanilla, and opoponax, the scent develops a pleasantly dark, almost chocolate aroma and a rich, powdery-balsamic tonality.
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Gustavo Tijerina (verified owner) –
One of the best from the house, it gives a comfortable feeling that it’s irradiated from the skin, a scent that will be appreciated
VonP (verified owner) –
Warm and woody with amazing performance. Agree with Gustavo, probably in the top 2/3 of the house.
Eric (verified owner) –
Layton may get more attention, but Carlisle is like it’s older brother. Carlisle opens with a similar apple and vanilla combo as Layton, but soon has heavier notes emerge and feels darker and more mature. Just a very rich autumn fragrance and I’ll second the opinions above mine that it’s in the top three of what I’ve sampled from the house.
Mark Dorsett (verified owner) –
Carlisle reminds me of a cross between Layton and Herod. Both are phenomenal scents in their own right but when they are combined they smell absolutely incredible.
A bit darker than Layton, a bit less sweet than Herod, Carlisle smells smooth, well blended and amazing for autumn weather.
I find myself wearing this one more in the daytime during fall but it could also easily be worn as a cozy, snuggle scent in the evening.
mrtwhitmore (verified owner) –
This fragrance is an absolute banger! This is the best fragrance I’ve tried from Parfums De Marly. This is definitely an attention grabber. You’ll receive many compliments because it’s unique. It starts off as strong, but the dry down is amazing. This fragrance will last 8 plus hours on the skin. It’s for the cooler months. I’ve tried Greenley and Layton. Carlisle is the best so far. Panty dropper for sure.