Layton vs Leyden
How does the $18 dupe stack up against the $315 original?
Original
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Layton
Parfums de Marly
$315 / 125mL
$2.52/mL
Notes
Top: apple, bergamot, mandarin orange
Heart: jasmine, violet, geranium
Base: vanilla, sandalwood, cardamom, pepper
Dupe — 9/10 Match
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Leyden
Maison Alhambra
$18 / 100mL
$0.18/mL
Notes
Top: apple, bergamot, mandarin orange
Heart: jasmine, violet, geranium
Base: vanilla, sandalwood, cardamom, pepper
Head-to-Head
| Attribute | Layton | Leyden | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $315 | $18 | Leyden |
| Price per mL | $2.52 | $0.18 | Leyden |
| Longevity | — | 8 hours | — |
| Sillage | — | Strong | — |
| Similarity | — | 9/10 | — |
| Value Rating | — | 10/10 | — |
The Verdict
The consensus best Layton clone. At $18, this is an absolute steal.
Pros
- Very close to Layton's signature profile
- Excellent vanilla-cardamom drydown
- The best Layton dupe on the market at $18
Cons
- Opening is slightly less refined
- Mandarin note is a touch brighter
You save $297 (94% off) by choosing Leyden over Layton.
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