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Is Al Haramain Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif a dupe of Parfums de Marly Layton?

Close match Widely recommended as a substitute, and most people who compared them agree.

Al Haramain Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif is a close match to Parfums de Marly Layton. Of 78 independent sources that compared them, 76 say it is near-identical or close, 1 say it is similar or inspired by it and 1 disagree. Layton costs US$400.00 for 125 ml at Luckyscent (US$3.20/ml); no shop in Canada has a full bottle of Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif in stock. Prices are checked every 20 minutes. These figures last changed on .

Parfums de Marly Layton Parfums de Marly Layton Al Haramain Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif Al Haramain Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif
Price$406.73 75 mlNot in stock
Per ml$5.42-
VerdictClose match of Layton
Accords
Woody
Fresh spicy
Floral
Aromatic
Sweet
Citrus
Vanilla
Powdery
Notes shared notes are marked
Top notes
  • Apple
  • Lavender
  • Bergamot
  • Citrus
    Heart notes
    • Geranium
    • Violet
    • Jasmine
      Base notes
      • Vanilla
      • Cardamom
      • Sandalwood
      • Pepper
      • Guaiac wood
      • Patchouli
      • Coumarin
      • Smoky woods
      • Amber
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        The evidence

        78 independent sources: 78 on Reddit
        • Say near-identical 6
        • Say close 70
        • Say similar or inspired by 1
        • Disagree 1
        When people said it: 30 in the last two years
        2022: 3 agreeing320222023: 21 agreeing2120232024: 50 agreeing2024: 1 disagreeing5020242025: 24 agreeing2420252026: 6 agreeing62026

        Confidence: 90%. It combines how many independent sources agree, how strongly they word it, how recent they are and how many disagree. How confidence works

        In their words 46

        All 46 quotes
        • Amber Oud Exclusif - Bleu is an amazing Layton clone that comes really close, and people say it's actually stronger than Layton in performance.

          A Reddit comment, Nov 2024, 3 points

        • Al Haramain, the company that makes the BDC clone (the one reviewed), is the parent company of the one that makes Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu (Layton clone).

          A Reddit comment, Jan 2025, 3 points

        • So i heard that: "Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu is the Layton clone.

          A Reddit post, Feb 2025, 3 points

        • I was looking to pick up/sample a Layton alternative and the two best options seem to be Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu and Dusk by The Woods Collection.

          A Reddit post, Jun 2026, 3 points

        • I went with Al Haramain Exclusif Bleu.

          A Reddit comment, Jul 2023, 2 points

        • I have al haramain amber oud exclusif bleu, I've heard its a higher quality dupe than detour noir.

          A Reddit comment, Nov 2023, 2 points

        • It is the best Layton clone though.

          A Reddit comment, Jan 2024, 2 points

        • Already wrote that Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu is the same as Orientica, as they are the same product only rebranded and they are 1:1 to layton.

          A Reddit comment, Aug 2024, 2 points

        • Yeah, just don't confuse it with AH Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu which is a PDM Layton clone as opposed to AH Amber Oud Bleu Edition which is a BDC clone.

          A Reddit comment, Aug 2024, 2 points

        • Another safe one ironically is Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu (PDM Layton dupe).

          A Reddit comment, Nov 2024, 2 points

        • Al Haramin Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif is a clone of PDM Layton, and while it’s not only vanilla, it dries down to the best vanilla I’ve ever smelled.

          A Reddit comment, Mar 2025, 2 points

        • Best Layton dupe imo is Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu

          A Reddit comment, May 2025, 2 points

        • Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu - Parfum De Marley Layton clone

          A Reddit comment, Aug 2025, 2 points

        • Al Haramain Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu Al Haramain Detour Noir The Wood Collections Dusk (Not as good two above)

          A Reddit comment, May 2023, 1 point

        • The highest clone of Layton is al haramain amber oud exclusif Bleu extrait.

          A Reddit comment, Jun 2022, 1 point

        • The best Layton clone probably is Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu Extrait de parfum, because it's an extrait it comes with great performance.

          A Reddit comment, Sep 2023, 1 point

        • Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu definitely opens minty, so I think of it as a lighter version of Layton...what Layton could be as a blue fragrance.

          A Reddit comment, Jan 2024, 1 point

        • Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu is a Layton clone

          A Reddit comment, Sep 2022, 1 point

        • I have AOEB and have smelled it side-by-side with a Layton sample and simply could not discern any difference.

          A Reddit comment, Dec 2023, 1 point

        • [WTS] Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu PDM Layton Clone DUA Mango Lassi bundle (Bottle).

          A Reddit post, Jan 2023, 1 point

        • [WTB] Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu PDM Layton clone (Bottle).

          A Reddit post, Mar 2023, 1 point

        • [WTB] Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu 60 oz clone of PdM Layton (Bottle).

          A Reddit post, Apr 2023, 1 point

        • I would say Layton is the most signature worthy scent so Detour Noir or if you want to pay abit more Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu

          A Reddit comment, Apr 2023, 1 point

        • It’s also more expensive than the other two dupes- at $62 at Jomashop for 2 oz.

          A Reddit comment, Nov 2024, 1 point

        • I have Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu and I’d say it’s 90-95% similar to Layton, granted it’s probably 2-3x as much as Detour Noir.

          A Reddit comment, Nov 2023, 1 point

        • Here in the US for some reason we get the Al Haramain Amber Oud looking bottles when it comes to that fragrance 🙄 but yes Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu is an incredible Layton dupe that totally shits on Detour, and it out performs the OG, the only reason to get the OG is for bureau aesthetics, and maybe

          A Reddit comment, Jun 2024, 1 point

        • If you can find it, Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu is probably one of the best clones of PDM Layton.

          A Reddit comment, Sep 2024, 1 point

        • Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu (PDM Layton clone) and Al Watanian Kayaan Classic (DHI clone)!

          A Reddit comment, Oct 2024, 1 point

        • The Amber Oud EXCLUSIF Bleu is a Layton clone, and a pretty accurate one at that.

          A Reddit comment, Oct 2024, 1 point

        • Why is Al Haramain Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu (PDM Layton clone) so expensive compared to the rest of the amber oud line?.

          A Reddit post, Feb 2025, 1 point

        • Al haramain amber oud exclusif bleu (pdm Layton clone)

          A Reddit comment, Feb 2025, 1 point

        • Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif is better as a Layton clone

          A Reddit comment, May 2025, 1 point

        • No....you bought Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu if it smells like Layton.

          A Reddit comment, Jun 2025, 1 point

        • Al haramain Amber oud Bleu exclusif is what you should get

          A Reddit comment, May 2023, -6 points

        How the verdict is worked out is on the how it works page.

        Among the alternatives to Layton

        Layton and its 22 alternatives: dupes and close matches on the inner ring, inspired by it in the middle, similar outside. Thicker lines mean more agreement., strongest first.
        Al Haramain Detour Noir: Close matchDetour NoirOakcha Blue Smoke: Inspired byBlue SmokeAl Haramain Amber Oud: SimilarAmber OudAl Haramain Amber Oud Bleu Exclusif: Close matchAmber Oud Bleu Ex…Dua Fragrances Royal Chariot & Supernova: Inspired byRoyal Chariot & S…Dua Fragrances Royal Chariot Attar: SimilarRoyal Chariot Att…Orientica Royal Bleu: Close matchRoyal BleuDua Fragrances Royal Chariot of Bois Oudh: Inspired byRoyal Chariot of …French Avenue Miraj Absolu: SimilarMiraj AbsoluMaison Alhambra Leyden: Close matchLeydenDua Fragrances Killer Royal Chariot’s Instinct: Inspired byKiller Royal Char…Afnan Royal Paragon: Close matchRoyal ParagonOil Perfumery Layton Impression: Inspired byLayton ImpressionAlexandria Fragrances Agar: Close matchAgarALT. Fragrances Stallion: Inspired byStallionOrientica Xo Xclusif Oud Bleu: Close matchXo Xclusif Oud Bl…Armaf Odyssey Eau de Montagne: Close matchOdyssey Eau de Mo…Khadlaj Azure Velvet: Close matchAzure VelvetArmaf The Lion's Club Rugir: Close matchThe Lion's Club R…Lalique White In Black: Close matchWhite In BlackAlexandria Fragrances Royal Equestrian: Close matchRoyal EquestrianParis Corner North Stag Expressions II Deux: Close matchNorth Stag Expres…Layton
        1. Al Haramain Detour NoirClose match
        2. Al Haramain Amber Oud Bleu ExclusifClose match
        3. Orientica Royal BleuClose match
        4. Maison Alhambra LeydenClose match
        5. Afnan Royal ParagonClose match
        6. Alexandria Fragrances AgarClose match
        7. Orientica Xo Xclusif Oud BleuClose match
        8. Armaf Odyssey Eau de MontagneClose match
        9. Khadlaj Azure VelvetClose match
        10. Armaf The Lion's Club RugirClose match
        11. Lalique White In BlackClose match
        12. Alexandria Fragrances Royal EquestrianClose match
        13. Paris Corner North Stag Expressions II DeuxClose match
        14. Oakcha Blue SmokeInspired by
        15. Dua Fragrances Royal Chariot & SupernovaInspired by
        16. Dua Fragrances Royal Chariot of Bois OudhInspired by
        17. Dua Fragrances Killer Royal Chariot’s InstinctInspired by
        18. Oil Perfumery Layton ImpressionInspired by
        19. ALT. Fragrances StallionInspired by
        20. Al Haramain Amber OudSimilar
        21. Dua Fragrances Royal Chariot AttarSimilar
        22. French Avenue Miraj AbsoluSimilar