Description

Parfums de Marly Sedley is a crisp, fizzy aromatic-aquatic built on cool mint and Mediterranean citrus — the house's most refreshing, everyday-wearable creation.

Composed by Olivier Cresp (the nose behind Mugler Angel and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue) alongside Hamid Merati-Kashani for Parfums de Marly and launched in 2019, Sedley opens on sparkling bergamot and spearmint, moves through an aromatic geranium-and-lavender heart, and settles onto a clean sandalwood-and-cedar base. Reviewers often describe the opening as bright and "Sprite-fizzy," and the fragrance has earned an almost cult following as a versatile fresh signature.

Scent Character

• Woody — 41%
• Fresh — 27%
• Floral — 18%
• Smoky/Resinous — 9%
• Sweet — 5%

Translation: a fresh aromatic-woody scent — cool mint and citrus up top, an aromatic lavender-geranium heart, and a clean sandalwood-cedar base touched with a wisp of frankincense.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top: Spearmint, Bergamot, Aquatic Notes, Hivernal

Heart: Bourbon Geranium, Lavender, Solar Notes

Base: Cedarwood, Sandalwood, White Musk, Frankincense

Performance

• Longevity: Moderate — most wearers report around 5–7 hours, with a clear presence early that softens to a clean skin scent (typical of fresh compositions).
• Sillage: Moderate — a comfortable arm's-length aura in the first hours that settles closer to the skin.
• Projection: Clean and easy — noticeable without dominating a room, which makes it effortless for the office or close quarters.

Best Occasions & Season

• Season: Spring and Summer — built for warm weather.
• Occasion: Business, Everyday, and Leisure — office days, errands, and relaxed daytime wear.
• Gender: Unisex.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumers: Olivier Cresp and Hamid Merati-Kashani
House: Parfums de Marly (France)
Year: 2019

Try Before You Commit

Not sure Sedley is your signature? Live with it first through an authentic decant:

• 1mL Sample — $6.99
• 5mL Sample — $29.99
• 10mL Sample — $39.99

Every decant is hand-poured from a genuine bottle — the exact same juice as the full retail flacon.

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FAQ

Is Parfums de Marly Sedley for men or women?
It's unisex — its fresh mint-citrus and clean woody character flatter any wearer.

How long does Sedley last?
Expect a moderate 5–7 hours on skin, strong at first and softening to a close skin scent. Spraying on clothing extends it.

What does Sedley smell like?
A crisp, fizzy aromatic-aquatic: cool spearmint and bergamot over aromatic lavender-geranium and a clean sandalwood base.

Are your decants authentic?
Yes — every sample is decanted from a genuine retail bottle sourced through authorized distributors.