Perfumer Reviews 'Layton Exclusif' by Parfums de Marly

[@levicano1797]

My favorite reviewer . No presentation review no extra shit . Strait to the juice. Passionate and knowledgeable is what I would say to describe ya Aaron!

[@SWTmel]

👏 👏 👏

[@adflicto1]

We love the juice

[@guichoulight]

😅

[@nadzg5878]

Aaron Terence Hughes i absolutely love you and your review style. Since seeing you on Chris's Channel, I'm hooked.

[@FinProEdgewithShivin]

We need a Layton vs Layton Exclusif video asap

[@rustyshackleford17]

This was my first foray into PDM...and it spoiled me. They have some great scents, but nothing quite as phenomenal as this. One of the few that I went out and bought a second bottle. To me, it's a perfect scent. One of the very few that made me go "oh damn." It has a sort of fullness in my nose that many scents fail to achieve. As for the projection, I can smell it from at least arms length for me. I'm sure it goes beyond that. It's a scent that just sticks around.

[@mm-ic1xs]

@DZ not sure, this is really unusual perfume, but I can understand why a lot of people think Herod is better

[@tfromthasix1956]

DZ Herod is great, just performance (atleast my batch) is lackluster, definitely more crowd pleasing then Layton Exclusif though. Just got Exclusif today though and my Lord, while it's not something I can find a situation to wear daily it is FANTASTIC

[@wheretfismutz]

@@mm-ic1xs comparing herod to layton exclusif is like compating apples with pears. They are both good. Imo herod is too sweet and I get unfortunately a cherry vibe I don't like. Layton exclusif is the best in the line.

[@simmscents]

Layton Exclusif is my favorite fragrance out of my collection. It just smells incredible and lasts all day for me. Sweet, spicy, powdery, dark. Autumn/Winter signature scent worthy.

[@magirusdeutzjupiter2234]

Absolutely loving the reviews Aaron, so thorough and very intelligently reviewed in a unique way. Cheers!

[@_nezmo_]

I walked into a department store with purchasing a new Tom Ford Ombre Leather as my current one is almost empty. Decided to have a look what else was available and the attendant took me through a bit of a journey with different perfume houses. She picked out Layton Exclusif for me to try. Probably one of the only parfums that really made me smile. It's very much my taste and does not smell like anything I've had before. Bought only the 75mL as she said I would only need 2-3 sprays. I adore this parfum.

[@lalchimiste9717]

Hands down my favorite PDM...It's sexy, dark, elegant, mature, masculin... A masterpiece imo

[@The_Babbling_Brooks]

Another stellar fragrance review. I prefer the Exclusif over the original. Much more complex. Love PdM frags.

[@danielkovacs9405]

You deserve it after testing Oud Wood Intense. Can’t wait till you review the apple, caramel, saffron, myrrh monster, Habdan. PLEASE SOMEBODY SEND HIM HABDAN

[@xavierpettway9265]

I think he might like Habdan

[@danielkovacs9405]

Xavier Pettway I am 100% sure 😁

[@firemedic5170]

That!! 👆👆👆

[@shaunleonard3878]

I absolutely love how you explain what you are smelling. Unique and amazing! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jaycagle8416]

PDM is my favorite house and this is one of their best! The heaviness puts it over the top for me. Not a big fan of the original Layton but Exclusif is one of my favorites! Great review!! 👍🏼

[@fernmoss-456]

This is their best one by far. I have received the most enthusiastic compliments. Smells incredibly beautiful

[@warrenrebello5982]

Thank you for bringing us the viewers such an amazing and in depth view of these fragrances. Especially from more expensive Houses like Tom Ford and PDM. Keep up the fantastic work!!

[@edgarayalacruz1510]

I’ve always said “if this was a crime scene the cadaver would be the fragrance and Arron would be the pathologist” the way he breaks down the fragrance down to the DNA 🧬 down to the molecules and explains it it’s like his preforming an Autopsy. Amazing work Arron.

[@sharifradwan4515]

You put that so well, and I wholeheartedly agree :)

[@Iwantproblems]

Lmao

[@jmetro01]

Keep it up .. you’re reviews are killing it, you will be a PRO- BLEM to many other popular frag reviewers. I’m glad your production has been more refined as well so it doesn’t detract from your message.

[@Sele81]

My most favorite perfume ever. Every time I smell it it blows me away.

[@Sele81]

Still so. I tried Pegasus Exclusif today and was very surprised, it is similar to Layton Exclusif. Gonna get that one for sure as well.

[@Stephtmayo]

Aaron I just want to say how IN LOVE I fell for Onyx, I was expecting to love slut more since it’s your best seller, but Onyx stole my heart. I’m not always into patchouli, but the way you blended it in their is just delicious! 🖤 much love from USA

[@horstdahl1970]

Aaron you’re god send! I was so looking forward to this review!

[@noseknowsnonotes6833]

My favorite PdM alongside Herod. I tell everyone that says PdM makes designer style fragrance to try this. I love how this changes also, it's a rollercoaster, does a complete 180 to a smoother creamier scent in the drydown. I don't even like Layton at all really, but the Exclusif is amazing

[@Cieron33]

I just wanted to say that I love your reviews. It's so great to see a reviewer who is also a perfumer and so can give insight into what has actually gone into the scents you review. I haven't tried all the perfumes you make but have enjoyed the ones I have bought. Thank you for making a difference.

[@JoseRodriguez-kz1yl]

Me and my girlfriend really enjoy watching your fragrances presentations, thank you from east texas

[@chriscavender1412]

I bought OAJAN blind because you loved it. The same with Nasomatto Pardon. I’ll buy this now because you love it. Out of all reviewers I trust your nose the most. Plus love your attitude and body art. You might want to consider doing a top 5 niche fragrances. Keep up the good work dude. Peace.

[@kartiloco9929]

Where can I find his review on Oajan? I can find a few of his other Parfums de Marly reviews, but not Oajan

[@straden79]

I have both Layton and exclusif, and yes I love exclusif much more. Layton feels light and doesn't have oompf i like.

[@lalchimiste9717]

Same here. I actually sold Layton.

[@amunra_]

Thank you for this review. Well done and just getting in to your videos. Refreshing. Request - PLEASE REVIEW KALAN! I am itching to hear your breakdown.

[@celvanuslidiantaka9852]

Finally...very happy it turns out that my favorite perfume got very good marks by you🥰

[@gmarkv10]

I doubt you realize even after all the other comments that say this exact same thing but you and your content on this channel are INSPIRING. I love that you review as a craftsman and not a consumer. I could not agree more with this review, I love this scent but it’s projection is very tame.

[@Jtdubbzz]

Just got this and absolutely love it. To me, It’s one of the sexiest fragrances I’ve ever smelled. First wearing of it I started to heat up! lol. I’m happy you enjoy it, as well

[@glowbelle1662]

you r not only a fab reviewer / creator of perfumery, but an artist truly. The vocabulary & body language to how you review is quite a spectacular thing. Keep it up...I'll order soon from your company x

[@johnburke568]

Pun intended, but you are a breath of fresh air on YT fragrance reviews, Aaron

[@seanwietrzykowski1468]

Yes, would love to hear your take on Habdan, and Montales Arabian Tonka, would love to see your reactions, and some Boadicea the Victorious reactions🙏

[@0vercast7]

This and Carlisle sort of 'dance' with my olfactory senses. PDM has a knack for assembling fragrances with such exquisiteness.

[@dickfitzwelliner2807]

By dance you mean that strange sparkling feeling you get? I don't know how else to describe it, but it's like the smell feels different in your nose, like it's going to a place that not many smells go. And that you're eyes react too. I get it from some fragrances and smelling really good weed

[@iDrraaaK]

I am both somewhat impressed and flattered, when i described layton exclusif once i said : "take layton adn, but it in the back, then add a bit of kouros for the animalistic notes and some oud wood on how the wood freshness yet acidity is done" Quite crazy you have the same way of thinking about it, and flattering for me as you're a great perfumer.

[@justaddlight]

My favourite PdM since its release! Carlisle comes close, but the dirtiness is what makes LaytonX exciting. Pardon me, Layton Sexclusif. 🤭

[@garthwright6308]

I'd love to see you do a video consist of 10 out of 10 fragrances. Thanks for this review; you are the best!

[@muizalmutasim7751]

Excellent thorough and detailed review....I ordered the perfume....and can't wait to check it.....

[@re-z8296]

PDM is pure love!!! I have Layton Exclusif, Herod, Carlisle, and Haltane. Love all of them!

[@lancejustice2273]

Great review my friend! I thought Layton exclusive is amazing also! I think I'm gonna do a 50/50 layer with the regular Layton just to add some playfulness while retaining the depth of Layton exclusive. I just hope they aren't using real civet. Also I just received a decant of oud wood and I was blown away! Never smelled anything like it.

[@jamespadilla5703]

They do use real civet but they source it from an ethical farm that doesn't hurt or kill the civets to extract the musk

[@JamesDavis-pt7ju]

I do admire your brilliant descriptions of the notes in the many fragrances you review.... Make me want to buy everything ...

[@life_in_solace]

Been waiting on this review for soooooo long

[@gianniskef427]

Two things Aaron tough me A: Jasmine-hediom gives lift to formulation B:linalool especially is an allergen(understanding red dots on my skin as primary material) Keep educating us and please make available your art as soon as possible

[@richardhollo8629]

I sampled this only because the OG Layton unfortunately does not last shit on my skin (basically becomes a skin scent after 45 minutes), and well I am so glad I did. This is the perfume where I can instantly justify the PDM price tag, as this really gives something more. PDM has a lot of incredibly pleasant scents, but I always felt that for the price they can be - sometimes - a little too close to some designer scents. Not the case with this one. As Aaron perfectly put it, it has that "filth accord", which imo is the animalic-oud Exclusif accord itself, also found in Pegasus Exclusif. That clearly elevates this scent to a whole other level of complexity. Definitely signature-worthy elegant and refined yet dark and provocative formulation. Currently one of my (if not the) favourite fragrances.

[@an0n7m0us2]

Yess! Back to my favourite house! I agree about it being way too heavy and sticking to the skin! Beautiful perfume but I think I need to get others before I get this one. Another awesome review Aaron!

[@Robbyfrags90]

Layton Exclusif is one of my favorites I love it so much! It's a little bit filthy Its sexy as hell and I get noticed all the time wearing it!

[@tfromthasix1956]

It really is sexy AF!

[@elijahray9792]

Is better than Carlisle?

[@tfromthasix1956]

E.R.L 2018 Personally no, I'd put Carlisle as #1 from PDM and Layton Exclusif #2

[@Robbyfrags90]

@@elijahray9792 carlisle is all hype and not worth the price...its a great scent but very basic

[@boofa1993]

@@Robbyfrags90 Exactly lol Carlisle is the worst out of the pdm line! 🤦‍♂️😂

[@tvang464]

One of my faves from PDM. I like it more than the original Layton. Soo good! Glad you got to try it out!

[@Hun_Uinaq]

Fantastic review. Makes me want to go get it. You know something? This house would do well to make you a brand ambassador.

[@Hun_Uinaq]

Purchased it two weeks ago. Phenomenal!

[@aromafh2486]

Great video.. I enjoy this as well ..aroma from heaven

[@weotalks2810]

U are THE BEST IN THE GAME... STRAIGHT TO THE POINT..NO BS.. 💯

[@traybrook]

Great review. Very experienced breakdown of the experience with Layton Exclusif. I just blind bought a partial bottle. Looking forward to getting my nose on this. On a side note, I just got a sample of Onyx from Maxaroma. IT’S PHENOMENAL!!! At first sniff, I didn’t know what to think, but as I allowed it to develop, I was drawn in. Looking forward to sampling your other offerings. Holla.

[@samanthawho3699]

Love, love, love your reviews. Your voice has such a beautiful ton, I could watch and hear your reviews for hours.

[@Ryan-ph7nk]

This one of my favourite houses and this is one of their best. Great review!

[@elvirsahinovic7200]

Excellent review. Good job Aaron

[@pjte6748]

Love that growl Aaron. lol

[@talayyyy6065]

I really love your review on the perfumer’s perspective. On my skin I got a very impact of Isobutyl Quinolone and I can’t get rid of this smell.

[@cacocorlino3666]

Fell in love with this fragrance. One of my favorites I own next to tf fabulous. Heard the hype around carlisle so I bought the sample set from pdm. First one I pulled out was carlisle a d was disappointed. Not because it didn't smell good but because it smells just like spicebomb. So trying the rest of them layton I fell in love with. Such an amazing fragrance

[@hahabass]

I wear a copy of this, and it is absolutely to die for. So, I can only imagine how beautiful the genuine version of it is.

[@Frank-DuxVanDamme]

If you're in position to get a decant any original fragrance,get it. I'll alway fo with 10ml of the original vs 100ml of dupe. 10x10ml of various original fragrances will last you long long time and you'll be enjoying every second of it

[@MichaelCorleone-jc1mn]

what's the copy, Detour Noir exclusif?

[@mfragrances46matt46]

Wicked review buddy as always 🙌🏻🦄🙌🏻🦄

[@ikechukwuokpala2946]

Just ordered this, can't wait

[@nicolasarriaza7614]

First! Great work as always Aaron

[@emgee5895]

Layton Exclusif is in my top 5 ever 🤘

[@TiandreJR2414]

What is your top 5

[@mlrivera565]

What’s your top five? And is it better than OG Layton?

[@simplyfragrances4453]

I love your passion and drive for fragrances!! I have a fragrance review channel but My true passion is to one day become a perfumer ! And you Inspire me to keep striving for it ! Thank you for what you do . Maybe one day you could show me how it’s done 😁

[@caseyplunkett6083]

Enjoyed the video Aaron. I hope that you get to Review Akaster in the coming Fall. I alternate between it and Oud Fluer.

[@tron012]

Best perfume channel ever.

[@Greenjet713]

Bought this a few days ago for just 123€ (~£110) and no it's not a fake. I absolutely love it and will be wearing it in the upcoming colder months. Glad you love it too!

[@Fefo89]

same here! altho' i paid around 130€ for a partial bottle from 2017 (missing only 2-3ml), can't wait to wear it along with my Herod bottles from 2014

[@seaniethelamb1]

Where did you get it bro

[@nicholasbishop8187]

Love the review! When is your next new release? By the way I absolutely love your new bottle packaging. I smile every time I put the cap back on and it makes the cling noise.

[@davidbruce5682]

Got a sample of this. Its definitely not a blind buy. At first I wanted to wash it off as its very strong and smells earthy like sitting on the dirt under some trees in the forrest. It grows on you. However, if you were wearing this as a dating scent, it definitely would only be liked by a few women. Something like the one EDP would be a way safer dating scent and about quarter of the price. So buy it if you like smelling like mouldy ouds and animalistic scents but definitely don't buy it if you like fresh, sweet, or vanilla style fragrances.

[@alexandroalbrechtsenaguirr2215]

Honestly don't agree, I have gotten many compliments with this , I think it has something to do with skin chemistry and how you wear it too 😊❤

[@terrysmiles8599]

Very Nice Aaron! Have that one plus 8 others! Love that House!

[@darvinjohnson2025]

I like the citrusy brightness of Layton but much prefer the stronger incense, tobacco and mild sweetness of Herod. From the description I'll definitely have to give this a try.

[@AlbertJusto]

I love this juice as well. Thanks for a great review!

[@MrZZooh]

I blind bought this because I wanted something very special for special occasions only and given the review I think I made the right choice.

[@ripdajacker23]

I recently received a free sample of this. I instantly loved it. I had never smelled/tried a niche fragrance mind you, so it blew my mind. Layton Excusif is pimp and I’ll be buying a full bottle. It’s definitely worth it imo

[@Rico4801]

Which is better between Layton and Exclusif?

[@ripdajacker23]

@@Rico4801 they’re both really good. The difference is that Layton can be worn more often whereas exclusif has that ‘special occasion’ feel to it, IMO. I recommend getting samples or decants to try them out before spending large amounts of money on either

[@Rico4801]

@@ripdajacker23 I already received Layton in the mail and love it, Carlisle should my here Monday.lol

[@bryancastater2337]

100% agree...I love this one!

[@elvirsahinovic7200]

Aaron you are a talented man

[@marwanfares8349]

I like your description of perfumes ,interesant 👍

[@o751106]

perfect video and sounds good, just missing, what does it smell like?

[@terrysmiles8599]

Aaron they say Layton has been reformulated! Wondering if Layton smells the same as the vintage bottle i own? Wondering if you got to smell this new version they are talking about! Maybe some time you could do a video on the reformulation of Layton!

[@ricksanchez371]

Fckng love your reviews. Love from germany

[@razvanyke]

Layton is simply too good, no words needed. Holds the whole day, projects like crazy and it´s full with naturals. PdM has a winner there ..

[@tfromthasix1956]

OG Layton? Performance is still pretty good but sadly it doesn't perform anywhere near as well as batches pre 2018. Still an all around favorite for me (On bottle #3!) & Exclusif kicks it up a notch, especially in terms of performance

[@razvanyke]

@@tfromthasix1956 hey, yes I mean OG Layton.

[@vadimtudor3122]

Great review, what fo you think about this vs JV dark rebel? I think they have a similarities...

[@maikjansen2332]

I really would love if there would be an Herod exclusif

[@unahbs]

can you make a video about how you got into perfumery

[@galaxyone9222]

Wanna see it too.😉

[@jeffreysmith3061]

I think he's done it already. I know he's talked about it. Especially with Chris on his channel Fragmental.

[@drknapp4482]

Tom Ford scents inspired him

Will there ever be a review of the OG Layton? 😊

[@ApexofWar_]

This one started a deep dive into fragrances. I was immediately in awe of how amazing and complex this one is. Can't say enough great things about it!

[@duhr34l20]

Hey there aaron! I knew youd love this one, it was my first niche perfume. I also notice that it doesnt as you said "extend" although it leaves a very intoxicating sillage. As a perfumer, are there any way you can help the fragrance or any fragrance at that project more without losing their beautiful composition? Just wondering. I love your content please make some more! Cant get enough of your reviews 😆

[@paris.enigma]

Aaron where did you get your hair done? Looks awesome

[@abrahamchampagne3083]

You are inspirational! Thank you

[@timoftiflaviu]

Nice, please do the Givenchy Gentleman 1974 review! The one and the only gentleman, the best from their releases! Thank u!

[@JVan-ic6ic]

We need someone to properly review the body shop white musk for men. Hint hint😉😉😂 Loving these reviews!

[@brankostanojevic7421]

Hey Aaron, why dont you review 24 Gold ? For me it Is perhapes even better scent than LE , i think it Has high auality notes too, but Is 5 Times cheaper. But it Smells sooo expencive! I would love to hear your opinion about 24 GOLD.

[@LosHuevos7]

Love the editing. 👊

[@tonymalizia]

That was very interesting what you said about the animalistic accord, because I have a patchouli dominant fragrance that smells slightly animalic to me, although it doesn't have any dirty notes in it. The naughty pacthouli based accord gives that false animalic impression, obviously.

[@jura_rose]

Lovely review Aaron! Hope you're well. Would you say this is much different to Layton? I own Layton and thinking about trying exclusif. Thanks ☺️

[@rustyshackleford17]

I have both, they are fairly similar with Exclusif having a bit more heaviness and density to it. If you like the original, you'll probably like the flanker. I would buy a decant of this first because you might not see the value in buying Exclusif if they have the original given the cost of PDM scents. For some reason, there seems to be a subset of people that seem absolutely repulsed by this scent. I could only assume they have a nose that picks up on somethings a bit differently because this doesn't come anywhere close to the "bottle of piss in the sun" that some people on Fragrantica compare this to.

[@jura_rose]

@@rustyshackleford17 Thank you for taking the time to write this reply. I really appreciate it. I hope you are well during this Covid-19 frenzy. What you say is very interesting. Smell is very subjective, varying from sex and person. Exclusif sounds like a proper Niche fragrance that pushes the envelope in a certain direction: out of the safe commercial zone per se. I will definitely try a decant, who knows what group I may fall into. I think I will like it though as I do love deeper, richer scents. Thank you again for your helpful comment. All the best.

[@o̸ණ]

Which one would you recommend as a blind buy as my region do not hve these in stores or anywhere to sample...Layton or Layton Exclusif?

[@Fadel_Abbas]

Do you smell real authentic Oud in this one ?

[@FinanceMan]

I love your depth but I absolutely hate balsamic vinegar and I know that is different but when you say balsamic it clicks in my head every time haha

[@blackbass4u2c]

Absolutely wears like the value for the money... I think it's great for a date to draw someone in.

[@eee-hi1kl]

This is by far my favourite fragrance, it’s really smooth, definitely french. Muuuch better than layton

[@ammaralbiz1803]

Hey, your reviews are awesome thank u🙏 I have a question plz Regardless of the occasions in which u can use both perfumes that am going to mention, which one is considered to be more beast mode in terms of projection,sillage and longevity Dior homme parfume or layton from PDM? I know that they could not be compared side by side but am only asking about which has a better performance. Thank you in advance 🌷❤

[@FLFC77]

I have this fragrance not wore it a great deal but can’t wait to wear it a little more..

[@tfromthasix1956]

Definitely my favorite from the house, so excited to try Pegasus Exclusif. I found the original quite boring and judging by what they did with Layton Exclusif, Pegasus Exclusif should be quite the scent

[@blackbass4u2c]

One of my favorite PDM... suits my personality well.

[@yanfountos1337]

The civet node can be a bit off putting to some, but i personally like exclusif because of it

[@xUnleashed167]

Hey Aaron, i wonder if Parfums de Marly Carlisle is on your testing list. Would be really interesting to hear your thoughts!