What Is Maison Alhambra Perseus a Dupe Of?

What is Perseus a clone of?

Maison Alhambra Perseus is a clone of Parfums de Marly Pegasus EDP. We rate the similarity at 86%. Almond, vanilla and sandalwood are the main draw here, with lavender and jasmine alongside them in the listed notes.

How do the note pyramids compare?

The catalog profiles line up closely. Both start with heliotrope, bergamot and cumin, then move into an almond, lavender and jasmine heart. At the base, both list vanilla, amber and sandalwood. Pegasus specifies bitter almond, while Perseus simply calls it almond.

That's a much more useful connection than just saying both contain vanilla. The almond and floral notes give you a clearer idea of why Perseus is paired with Pegasus, and why this is a different option from a tobacco-and-vanilla fragrance such as Hercules.

What matters beyond matching notes?

We'd pay attention to the almond first, then how it sits with the lavender and vanilla. If you're looking for Pegasus specifically, those are the parts to compare together. A similar list of notes can still give you a different balance when you actually spray the fragrances.

The panels show the catalog's note profiles side by side, so you can see the connection at a glance. They won't tell you everything about texture, sweetness or how a fragrance develops. If one particular part of Pegasus is the reason you want it, sampling both is the best way to judge that part for yourself.

Perseus, Pegasus and the Exclusif versions

This guide is about Maison Alhambra Perseus and the original Parfums de Marly Pegasus Eau de Parfum. Perseus Exclusif and Pegasus Exclusif are separate fragrances. Parfums de Marly also makes a fragrance called Perseus; that isn't the Maison Alhambra bottle covered here.

Is it worth trying?

We'd shortlist it if almond, vanilla and sandalwood appeal to you. The retailer cards and product pages give you shopping options. Check the full fragrance name, bottle size and packaging when comparing listings.