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

Parfums de Marly currently presents the following olfactive pyramid for Perseus on its U.S. product page:

Top Notes

• Bergamot
• Grapefruit

Heart Notes

• Geranium
• Blackcurrant Bud

Base Notes

• Vetiver
• Amberwood
• Grey Amber

The composition centers on the contrast between luminous grapefruit and a refined woody base, with geranium and vetiver reinforcing its fresh, aromatic character.

Perseus opens with a vivid burst of grapefruit and bergamot. The citrus is bright, crisp and immediately recognizable, establishing the fragrance's energetic character from the first spray.

Fresh geranium adds an aromatic green quality through the heart, while blackcurrant bud introduces a subtle fruity-green contrast that gives the citrus opening additional dimension.

Vetiver becomes increasingly important as Perseus dries down, bringing a refined earthy-woody character beneath the brighter notes. Amberwood and grey amber provide a smooth, modern foundation. The overall impression is citrusy, fresh, green and woody rather than sweet or heavy.

Perseus and Greenley are both fresh fragrances from Parfums de Marly's Masculine Signature Collection, but they approach freshness differently.

Perseus is classified by Parfums de Marly as Woody Green Citrus and places grapefruit at the center of its identity, supported by bergamot, geranium, blackcurrant bud, vetiver and amber woods.

Greenley is classified as Woody Citrus Fruity and explores a greener, fruitier profile with citrus and crisp fruit facets surrounded by aromatic woods.

Perseus is the more grapefruit-focused, vetiver-driven option, while Greenley explores a broader green and fruity freshness. Sampling both is useful for anyone comparing the fresher fragrances within the Parfums de Marly collection.

Perseus has a bright citrus and woody profile that naturally suits daytime wear, work, travel, vacations, casual occasions, outdoor events and warm-weather social settings.

Its grapefruit, bergamot and aromatic green facets make it particularly appealing during spring and summer, while vetiver and amber woods provide enough structure for versatile everyday wear beyond hot weather.

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

A Parfums de Marly Perseus sample lets you experience how its bright grapefruit opening transitions into aromatic geranium, vetiver and amber woods on your own skin before deciding whether to purchase a full bottle.

Sampling is especially useful with a citrus-centered fragrance because the balance between the brighter opening and woody drydown can change considerably as the fragrance develops. Perseus begins with vivid citrus before revealing its greener, drier and more refined woody foundation.

A travel-size decant also provides a convenient way to enjoy Perseus 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 Perseus 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 Perseus samples?

Yes. Each Perseus 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 Perseus 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 Perseus 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 Perseus smell like?

Perseus is a bright citrus and woody fragrance centered on grapefruit and bergamot. Geranium and blackcurrant bud add aromatic green character before vetiver, amberwood and grey amber create a refined woody drydown.

Is grapefruit strong in Perseus?

Yes. Grapefruit is one of the defining elements of Perseus. Parfums de Marly specifically describes the fragrance around the brightness of grapefruit contrasted by a refined woody accord.

Is Parfums de Marly Perseus sweet?

Perseus is not primarily a sweet fragrance. Its character emphasizes bright citrus, aromatic greens, vetiver and amber woods, creating a fresher and drier profile.

Is Perseus good for summer?

Its prominent grapefruit, bergamot and fresh aromatic character make Perseus particularly well suited to spring and summer. Its woody base also gives it enough structure for versatile wear in milder conditions.

Is Perseus good for the office?

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

What is the difference between Perseus and Greenley?

Perseus focuses on grapefruit, aromatic greens, vetiver and amber woods for a Woody Green Citrus profile. Greenley takes a greener and fruitier direction and is classified by Parfums de Marly as Woody Citrus Fruity.

Is Parfums de Marly Perseus a men's fragrance?

Parfums de Marly includes Perseus in its Masculine Signature Collection. Fragrance preference is personal, and anyone who enjoys bright grapefruit, aromatic greens and vetiver can wear the scent.

Is Parfums de Marly Perseus suitable for travel?

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