Arabian Horse

Arabian Horse presents a smooth, sweet tobacco-forward composition with prominent vanilla and cinnamon notes, evoking a rich, gourmand warmth reminiscent of Herod by Parfums de Marly. While some users find the tobacco note subdued and the opening less sharp compared to Herod, the scent evolves into a well-blended, indistinguishable dry-down after 15–20 minutes, with excellent longevity and projection in most cases. It performs especially well on clothes, lasting up to 14 hours, and earns praise for its affordability and overall quality. The fragrance is particularly admired in colder seasons, with many finding it versatile for day-to-night wear and obliterating the need for Herod in their rotation. However, some critics note it leans heavily into a creamier, slightly cloying sweetness, making it feel less nuanced or complex compared to the original, and report shorter performance than expected despite some aging into better form. The balance between tobacco and sweetness varies by user, with some perceiving it as more vanilla- and cinnamon-driven than true tobacco. Overall, it stands as a highly effective, high-performance alternative to Herod, especially for those seeking a lower-priced option with strong presence and near-identical dry-down.