What Is Al Haramain Detour Noir Exclusif a Dupe Of?

Is Detour Noir Exclusif a Layton clone?

Al Haramain Detour Noir Exclusif is a clone of Parfums de Marly Layton Exclusif. We rate the similarity at 90%. That last word matters: this is the comparison to look at if you want Layton Exclusif's woody, animalic direction.

Regular Detour Noir is a different fragrance, paired with regular Layton. Detour Noir Intense is another separate release. We'd check the full name on the listing and bottle before ordering, because those extra words change which fragrance you're buying.

Why compare it with Layton Exclusif?

The fuller catalog profiles share almond, mandarin orange, bergamot and watery notes in the opening. Both then list civet, rose, geranium, gardenia and water lily in the middle. That floral-and-animalic mix gives the comparison a different emphasis from simply looking for a sweet vanilla fragrance.

Oud, guaiac wood, vanilla, sandalwood and coffee appear in both catalog bases, alongside amber, patchouli, pink pepper and oakmoss. It's a long list, but the useful question is straightforward: do you enjoy the woody and animalic side of this style? We'd make that the focus when sampling.

Would we choose it instead?

At 90%, we'd give Detour Noir Exclusif serious consideration if Layton Exclusif is what you're after. Try it on skin before committing, particularly if this style is new to you. A close resemblance is useful when you already like the reference; it doesn't make the style an automatic fit for everyone.

If you're deciding between regular Layton and Exclusif first, start with our Layton versus Layton Exclusif guide. Then our Layton Exclusif alternatives guide gives you more bottles to compare within that direction.

Check the full name when shopping

Use the Detour Noir Exclusif product page for retailer availability and compare it with Layton Exclusif. If you meant the regular version, our Detour Noir guide covers that pairing. The 90% similarity rating on this page applies specifically to the Exclusif comparison.