FAAN Qasida Signature, inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr: what it is on its own

FAAN Qasida Signature is a 200 ml Eau de Parfum from the Qasida line, listed as unisex. We are an independent retailer. Below we describe the bottle by its own data and leave the reference perfume to its own page.

What the words “inspired by” mean on this page

On our product pages, “inspired by” is a pointer. It names a well-known fragrance so that you can find your bearings when you read the notes. It is not a promise of the same smell, the same strength or the same lasting power, and it is not a statement that the two are interchangeable. They are two separate perfumes. If you want a longer explanation, read what the phrase means in perfume.

Perfume inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr: FAAN Qasida Signature on its own

The notes, as listed on the product page:

• Top: bergamot, cinnamon, almond, cardamom
• Heart: orange blossom, coconut, guaiacwood
• Base: praline, vanilla, dry amber, cashmeran

Accords are gourmand, vanilla, spicy and woody, and the tagline is praline, almond and amber warmth. In everyday terms: it opens like a spiced almond pastry with a squeeze of citrus, then turns creamy as coconut and orange blossom come through, and ends in roasted-sugar sweetness over a soft, dry wood. Guaiacwood adds a smoky, tea-like edge so it never becomes pure candy. Cashmeran is the soft, musky wood that feels like a warm wool jumper.

What you can check about the reference perfume

Open its own product page and look at three things.

1. Which notes appear on both lists. Those are the points where the two share a mood.
2. Which notes appear on only one list. Those are the places where the character differs.
3. What the page says about concentration and bottle size.

We do not give a verdict on how close the two are, because a list of notes cannot tell you that. It does not show proportions, the quality of the materials or how the scent changes over hours.

Where they may feel alike and where they may differ

If the lists overlap on sweet, warm and spiced notes, expect a similar mood: comforting, cosy and evening-leaning. Where the lists differ, expect a different character, and you will not know how much until you smell them. Your skin also changes what you get. We can say what is certain on our side: Signature is an Eau de Parfum, it is rated 3 for projection and 4 for longevity, and it has no cheap-and-cheerful lightness. It is a sweet, dense scent.

Concentration, longevity and price in practice

An Eau de Parfum usually holds a lower share of fragrance oil than an Extrait. Projection 3 means it sits within arm's reach, and longevity 4 means it lasts through an evening, with the base still showing on a scarf the next day. Two or three sprays are enough. The bottle is 200 ml at €54.99, which is about 27.5 cents per ml. For a fair comparison, take the price and size on the reference perfume's page and divide the same way.

Who should choose which

Choose Signature if you want a sweet, spiced evening scent in a large bottle and the notes sound like you. Go to the reference perfume's page if you specifically want that one and its price and size suit you. Many readers simply want the style, and for them the question is not which bottle is better, but which notes they want to wear. If you prefer smoke and resin over sugar, look at Amjad Honour instead, or browse all FAAN perfumes. For the whole line, start with the Qasida collection guide.

FAQ

Is FAAN Qasida Signature the same perfume as Parfums de Marly Althaïr?

No. It is a separate perfume. We say it is inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr, and we do not say it smells the same.

Is it an original FAAN bottle?

Yes. We are an independent retailer of original FAAN bottles.

What if it shows as sold out?

Ask to be notified on the product page. Delivery then takes 3 to 6 working days in the Netherlands and 5 to 8 working days in the rest of the EU.

Related reading

• FAAN Qasida Signature review: notes, strength and when to wear it
• What does “inspired by” mean in perfume?
• Can you wear FAAN Qasida Signature in summer?