How is the similarity percentage calculated?

We cross the accords and notes of each pair of fragrances with our own similarity model, and when our editors have evaluated the pair in depth, their verdict is the number you see. The full methodology is linked at the bottom of the list.

Cheaper alternatives

Cheaper alternatives to Parfums de Marly Layton

More affordable options that smell similar, with what you gain and lose in each.

The profile of Parfums de Marly Layton rests on sweet, aromatic and spicy: that is the first thing any substitute has to nail, and the first thing we check in every candidate.

We found 10 cheaper alternatives; the closest is Versace Eros, which our model places as very close.

Best alternative

Versace Eros

Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).

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VersaceDesigner
Eros
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.8
Jean Paul GaultierDesigner
Le Male
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.7
Jean Paul GaultierDesigner
Ultra Male Full review →
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.6
DiorDesigner
Sauvage Elixir Full review →
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Vanilla. Δ score: +0.4
LattafaBudget
Bade'e Al Oud Amethyst
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.9
Yves Saint LaurentDesigner
La Nuit de L'Homme
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Aromatic. Loses Vanilla. Δ score: -0.7
ChanelDesigner
Bleu de Chanel Full review →
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Aromatic. Loses Vanilla. Δ score: +0.2
Giorgio ArmaniDesigner
Stronger With You Intensely Full review →
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.6
LattafaBudget
Khamrah Qahwa
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Sandalwood. Δ score: -0.8
AfnanBudget
9PM
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Sweet. Loses Cardamom. Δ score: -0.9

Quick questions

How is the similarity percentage calculated?: We cross the accords and notes of each pair of fragrances with our own similarity model, and when our editors have evaluated the pair in depth, their verdict is the number you see. The full methodology is linked at the bottom of the list.

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