Supremacy Not Only Intense vs Pegasus
Afnan vs Parfums de Marly
Afnan's Supremacy Not Only Intense is widely known as a clone of Parfums de Marly Pegasus, so the obvious question is whether the more affordable pick is close enough to skip the steep premium of the original.
| Supremacy Not Only Intense | Pegasus | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Afnan | Parfums de Marly |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Top Notes | bergamot, lavender, apple, cardamom | bergamot, lavender, apple |
| Heart Notes | heliotrope, jasmine, geranium, iris | heliotrope, jasmine, geranium |
| Base Notes | sandalwood, vanilla, white musk, ambergris | sandalwood, vanilla, white musk, ambergris |
| Best Seasons | spring, fall, winter | fall, winter, spring |
Shared Notes (10)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What People Say
Afnan Supremacy Not Only Intense
The creamy sandalwood and heliotrope core lands remarkably close to Pegasus — enough that people report genuine double-takes from those familiar with the original.
Vanilla and white musk blend into a soft, powdery warmth that reads as approachable and inoffensive without tipping into cloying territory.
The iris and heliotrope feel noticeably thinner and more synthetic compared to Pegasus — the powdery core lacks the buttery depth that fans of the original specifically seek.
Projection is underwhelming from the start; it sits close to skin fairly quickly and struggles to announce itself in any meaningful way.
Longevity: Roughly 4-6 hours on skin, often fading to a barely-there musk well before that window closes
Value: As a budget-friendly clone it delivers acceptable results, but buyers should calibrate expectations: you're getting the outline of Pegasus, not the painting
Parfums de Marly Pegasus
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The Verdict
If you just want the vibe — creamy sandalwood, powdery heliotrope, soft vanilla — the Afnan gets you 80% of the way there for a fraction of the cost, making it a no-brainer for casual wear or testing the waters. But Pegasus wins on refinement, longevity, and that intangible smoothness that justifies the price for special occasions or fragrance enthusiasts who'll notice the difference. Buy the Afnan first; upgrade to Pegasus only if it leaves you wanting more.
Afnan Supremacy Not Only Intense
Parfums de Marly Pegasus