Parfums de Marly - Haltane – Eau de Parfum

Parfums de Marly HALTANE Eau de Parfum

The duality of light – HALTANE as an olfactory portrait of masculine refinement

HALTANE by Parfums de Marly is not a fragrance for half gestures. It is a statement – a balance of light and shadow, strength and restraint. A scent like a black-and-white portrait, capturing the sharp contrasts and subtle nuances of the modern gentleman – and always bearing the unmistakable signature of the house: luxurious, contemporary, and rooted in history.

Yet Parfums de Marly does not craft a nostalgic homage to the past. Under the creative direction of Julien Sprecher, this fragrance consciously quotes classicism to reinterpret it with today’s elegance – modern, refined, and sovereign.

A journey through light and shadow

The opening is radiant: bergamot, clary sage, and lavender unfold with aromatic freshness, reminiscent of the first light of day – clear, intricately faceted, almost shimmering. But this brightness is only the beginning. Soon, the heart of the fragrance emerges: saffron, anchored by elegant cedarwood and softened with gourmand accords that hint at a velvety darkness – like the fleeting shadow at the edge of a sunbeam.

At the base, HALTANE reveals its full depth: patchouli and vetiver lend structure, while leather adds a noble, almost animalic sensuality. Oud, interpreted through a Western lens, weaves a spicy, mysterious aura, playing with understated elegance – never overwhelming, but quietly resonant. A hint of musk rounds out the composition, adding warmth and extending the sillage elegantly over the skin – refined, understated, enduring.

A fragrance of nuance – masterfully composed

HALTANE is not linear but a play of contrasts: the fresh, herbal top notes remain present, while the complex depth of woods, spices, and oud gradually takes center stage. Not loud, not ostentatious, but like a finely orchestrated performance – deliberate, harmonious, and refined.

The composition is the work of Hamid Merati-Kashani, one of today’s most esteemed perfumers. As a Senior Perfumer at Firmenich, he is known for intense, opulent olfactory architectures that blend depth with elegance. With HALTANE, he achieves a masterpiece: a fragrance that wears like a bespoke suit – confident, cultivated, and powerful.

A fragrance for modern aristocracy

The flacon perfectly mirrors HALTANE’s character: deep green, adorned with gold accents, and bearing the iconic Parfums de Marly crest – a visual translation of olfactory nobility. HALTANE evokes the soirées at the Château de Marly, where the French monarchy’s elite gathered – yet it is a fragrance for today: for gentlemen who know their heritage but live firmly in the present.

Discover HALTANE Eau de Parfum now at scent amor – a fragrance of nobility, elegance, and quiet strength.

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