Parfums de Marly Percival Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)

Parfums de Marly currently presents the following official olfactive pyramid for Percival:

Top Notes

• Bergamot
• Mandarin
• Pink Peppercorn

Heart Notes

• Lavender
• Iris
• Cardamom

Base Notes

• Fir Balsam
• Tonka Bean
• Ambrox
• White Musks

The composition balances bright bergamot with soft aromatic lavender and the warm sensuality of tonka bean, creating a fresh and versatile fragrance with a smooth woody-musky foundation.

Percival opens bright and energetic, with bergamot and mandarin providing crisp citrus freshness. Pink peppercorn adds a light spicy accent that gives the opening additional lift without overwhelming the citrus.

Lavender becomes central as the fragrance develops, creating a clean aromatic character. Iris adds softness to the heart, while cardamom introduces a subtle warm-spicy quality beneath the fresher notes.

Fir balsam, tonka bean, ambrox and white musks form the foundation. The drydown feels smooth, clean, woody and gently warm, balancing the brighter citrus and lavender from the opening. Overall, Percival is fresh and aromatic with a polished musky-woody finish.

Percival and Perseus are both fresh fragrances within Parfums de Marly's Masculine Signature Collection, but their freshness comes from distinctly different combinations of notes.

Percival is classified as Fougère Aromatic Powdery and combines bergamot and mandarin with lavender, iris and cardamom over fir balsam, tonka bean, ambrox and white musks. Its character is aromatic, smooth and clean with a warm musky foundation.

Perseus is classified as Woody Green Citrus and places grapefruit and bergamot at the center of its opening, followed by geranium and blackcurrant bud over vetiver, amberwood and grey amber. Its character is more distinctly citrus-focused, green and vetiver-driven.

For shoppers comparing the two, Percival emphasizes lavender and aromatic freshness, while Perseus places greater emphasis on grapefruit, green facets and vetiver.

Percival's combination of fresh citrus, lavender, aromatic spices and clean woods makes it a versatile option for everyday wear, work, travel, casual settings, dinners and social occasions.

Its bright bergamot and mandarin work particularly well during spring and summer, while tonka bean, fir balsam and ambrox give the fragrance enough warmth and structure to remain useful during cooler conditions as well.

Longevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.

A Parfums de Marly Percival sample lets you experience how its bright citrus opening transitions into lavender, iris, cardamom and a warm musky-woody base on your own skin before deciding whether to purchase a full bottle.

Sampling is particularly useful if you are comparing fresh fragrances within the Parfums de Marly collection. Percival has a distinctive aromatic lavender character that separates it from the grapefruit-driven freshness of Perseus and other fresh compositions from the Maison.

A travel-size decant also provides a convenient way to enjoy Percival without carrying the original full-size Parfums de Marly bottle.

• 3ml Sample: Approximately 25–30 sprays
• 5ml Travel Spray: Approximately 40–50 sprays
• 10ml Travel Spray: Approximately 85–100 sprays
• 30ml: Approximately 250–300 sprays

Spray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.

Each Parfums de Marly Percival decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.

Each order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.

Orders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Kentucky through USPS or UPS.

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Are these authentic Parfums de Marly Percival samples?

Yes. Each Percival decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original Parfums de Marly fragrance bottle into a separate glass atomizer.

What is a fragrance decant?

A fragrance decant is a smaller quantity of fragrance transferred from an original full-size bottle into a separate atomizer. It provides a convenient way to sample, wear or travel with a fragrance without purchasing or carrying the original bottle.

Is Parfums de Marly Percival diluted?

No. The fragrance is transferred from the original bottle and is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered by Bluegrass Fragrance Company.

Is the original Parfums de Marly bottle included?

No. Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, you are purchasing a decanted quantity of authentic Parfums de Marly Percival Eau de Parfum in a separate glass atomizer. The original Parfums de Marly retail bottle and packaging are not included.

What does Parfums de Marly Percival smell like?

Percival combines bright bergamot and mandarin with aromatic lavender, iris and cardamom. Fir balsam, tonka bean, ambrox and white musks create a smooth, warm and clean woody-musky drydown.

Is lavender noticeable in Percival?

Yes. Lavender is one of Percival's defining notes and plays an important role in its fresh aromatic character, balancing the citrus opening with the warmer tonka bean and musky base.

Is Parfums de Marly Percival sweet?

Percival is not primarily a sweet fragrance. Tonka bean provides some warmth and softness, but the overall profile emphasizes citrus, lavender, aromatic spices, clean woods and musk.

Is Percival good for summer?

Its bergamot, mandarin and aromatic lavender make Percival well suited to spring and summer. The smooth woody-musky base also gives it enough structure for versatile year-round wear according to climate and application.

Is Percival good for the office?

Its fresh, clean and aromatic profile can work well in professional settings. As with any fragrance, application can be adjusted for close or fragrance-sensitive environments.

What is the difference between Percival and Perseus?

Percival emphasizes bergamot, mandarin and lavender over a smooth tonka, ambrox and white musk base. Perseus is more grapefruit-focused, combining citrus and green aromatic notes with a vetiver and amberwood foundation.

Is Parfums de Marly Percival a men's fragrance?

Parfums de Marly includes Percival within its Masculine Signature Collection. Fragrance preference is personal, and anyone who enjoys fresh citrus, lavender, aromatic spices and clean woods can wear it.

Is Parfums de Marly Percival suitable for travel?

A smaller decant is a convenient way to carry Percival without bringing the original full-size bottle. When flying, always follow current transportation rules regarding liquids.