Delina Exclusif by Parfums de Marly

I went super excited to try it after loving Valaya, but with all the hype around the original Delina, I wanted to be sure before spending. What a relief to test them! To my disappointment, nothing. In both, and much worse in the Exclusif, the bergamot comes out acidic and sharp without settling, clashing with the rest. It felt invasive, almost like cleaning products. Sadly, I confirm it’s not for me.

Sophisticated and creamy. Starts with fresh citrus and fruit notes with rose in the heart. What’s interesting is that creamy sensation that adds softness and elegance. As it evolves, the oud and incense darken the composition, but the vanilla balances it with sweetness and warmth. The result is sophisticated, a perfect balance between fruity, floral, dark, and sweet. Versatile for any age, but its elegance makes it ideal for special occasions; the perfect vibe for a wedding where creaminess takes the spotlight. My rating: 9/10. Delina Exclusif combines femininity and sophistication with a dark, sweet touch, perfect for those who want to stand out in memorable moments.

Very similar to the original Delina, which I personally don’t like. However, the Exclusif is more elegant, less strident, creamier, and refined. I use it for evening outings; I think it’s made for after 3 pm, when you dress up a bit. It’s feminine, beautiful, and well-placed. It has a decent trail and is potent, so it can become overwhelming if you overspray.

I adore it, it’s wonderful. Starts with rose and lychee, then incense appears, it’s incredible. It’s fruity, floral, and earthy. For me, a marvel.

In my opinion, this is the best Delina; I find it so sophisticated and elegant, it has beastly projection and lasts forever. Really, for me, it’s the best perfume from Marley, followed by Oriana and then Delina.

Hi, I own this perfume and I’m absolutely obsessed—it’s definitely my favorite in the collection. Where I live, I’ve never heard anyone wearing it, which makes me feel super exclusive. I give it 10/10, but a heads-up: only 3 sprays because it’s intense yet not annoying. It’s one of those scents you can smell on yourself; it lasts up to 3 days on hair or more, and on clothes, it’s crazy. For the price, it’s worth it and doesn’t disappoint.

After a year with it, I’d say I like it more than the original Delina: it lasts longer and projects better. It resembles its predecessor, but you no longer detect rhubarb or nutmeg (complicated notes that don’t suit everyone). It’s a rose-vanilla perfume, creamy, with a touch of lychee that doesn’t add acidity but a bit of freshness to keep it from being cloying. It’s slightly sweet but not over the top. I barely notice the oud and incense. If you love floral, creamy, and sweet scents, this is the Delina for you. You can find my review on Instagram @hablemosdefragancias.

I tried it at a famous perfumery in Buenos Aires, and my conclusion is: either it was fake or the reviews are way too pretentious. It didn’t last or project at all… a total disappointment. On top of that, in Argentina, it costs $635, which is insane. I don’t know what to think; I’ll have to try it elsewhere to see if the tester was bad. But it’s hard to find here. My advice to Argentines: don’t buy it blindly unless you’re bringing it from abroad.

Delina is its name, but if its name were Rose, I wouldn’t be surprised, as it’s its dominant note. At first, it smells like a doll’s face, that scent of a newly bought toy. My boyfriend said it smelled like a strawberry doll, like the ‘Strawberry Tart’ dolls from the 80s that you can’t stop sniffing. The rose dominates at first, then the lychee and pear appear when you smell it again, with a woody base. I don’t notice the vanilla. It leaves a moderate trail, nothing heavy. It’s a powdery rose perfume ideal for those of us who love flowers, a beautiful powdery rose. Lasts 4 hours on me, but so what? After showering, I put on something fresher to sleep.

I agree with @Vermella: it’s a ‘rare’ fragrance, probably due to the lychee and pear paired with rose. It’s so rare, so ‘apparently innocent,’ so ‘pop,’ that it’s actually quite punk. I love it, but unlike most, I don’t see it as suitable for formal or dressed-up occasions; it’s excessive for the office and its trail can be bothersome, so not there either. On me, this goes with skinny jeans and worn-out Converse All Stars.

Does anyone know the best dupe for this perfume? I have the Divain version and love it, but I feel there are better equivalents. Thanks.

I bought a 5 ml decant to try because I can’t afford the full bottle yet, and honestly, I’m scared it might not be authentic; plus, it’s a small amount to judge with authority. At first, it resembles Very Good Girl by Carolina Herrera, but I love its smoky touch and hate how it lingers on the skin. In contrast, this sample of the ‘supposed’ Delina Exclusif felt more sparkling, closer to Rose Gourmand (though here they might come with sticks and torches), and more like Angel Nova by Mugler. Another factor: I tested it at 45 degrees in the shade, so if it’s authentic, the ideal use is for cool days. When I get the original, I’ll update.

One of those fragrances that makes you smile the moment you put it on. Getting richer and more addictive with time, sweet without being cloying, very wearable, my new favorite. I’m into fresh or light fragrances; I don’t like incense or oud, but here they give a slightly deeper base; together with the vanilla, it’s a delight, although what I like most is the cheerful opening. PS: I don’t follow influencers, just my nose, though I respect all opinions since everyone has a different one and that’s what’s beautiful.

@Palma. The money that houses invest at these prices goes to advertising and influencers more than raw materials. Influencers who don’t even know what they’re talking about, just to get perfumes gifted. The prices they ask for a bottle—yesterday I tested a fragrance costing €1,700 and the first thing they told me was that Victoria Beckham wore it, which is reason enough not to have it; there’s no justification whatsoever. They aren’t selling a cure for cancer, for God’s sake. Anyway, there has always been and will be people ready to pay and stupid people who let themselves be swept up by trends without their own judgment, so for me, it’s as if they’re mortgaging themselves to collect perfumes at these prices. By the way, there are niche brands these sellers and influencers don’t know, artisanal author perfumes, not mass-produced, unlike any other, with wonderful raw materials and very reasonable prices. Lately I’ve tested Creed, P. Marly, Xerjoff, and Tiziana Terenzi (I must say, the best longevity), and they all smell incredibly similar. So Divain is the least of their problems. I know they clone each other 😂😂

Masterpiece. Delicacy, tenderness, and beauty. Longevity and sillage are noteworthy. Fantastic.