How does Perfect EDT differ from Perfect eau de parfum?

The EDT is lighter and fresher, with pink pepper and polygonum up top and cedar at the base. The eau de parfum is sweeter and heavier, built around rhubarb and almond milk. Expect softer projection and shorter wear from the EDT.

How long does it last?

Most wearers get a few hours before it fades to a skin scent. It lasts longer on clothing than on skin. Carry the bottle if you want it to hold through an evening.

Is it unisex or feminine?

It is marketed as a women's fragrance. The pink pepper and cedar make it less sweet than many feminine florals, so some men wear it too.

What season is it best for?

Spring and early fall suit it best. It is light enough for summer days but may feel too soft in cold weather.

A single 1.6 oz eau de toilette spray bottle. No travel size or lotion is included.

Is it worth it over cheaper fresh florals?

It offers a recognizable pink pepper and cedar blend that is cleaner than most sweet designer florals. If longevity matters most, a stronger eau de parfum may serve you better.

Where is the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray cheapest?

At Walmart, for $49.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,035 ratings.

Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray

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$49.99at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray

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Last seen at $49.99 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray

Perfect EDT is Marc Jacobs' lighter, fresher take on the Perfect line, launched in 2022. It opens with pink pepper and polygonum, moves through a narcissus heart, and settles on cedar and woods. It suits shoppers who want a clean, slightly spicy floral-woody scent for daytime wear. Against the original Perfect eau de parfum, it is brighter and less sweet, with softer projection and shorter wear.

Best forDaytime and office wearSpring and early fallShoppers who find the Perfect EDP too sweetLight everyday fragrance wearers

Pros

Fresh, slightly spicy floral opening
Clean woody dry-down that stays close to the skin
Lighter and less sweet than the Perfect eau de parfum
Easy to wear in warm weather and at work

Cons

Moderate longevity for an eau de toilette
Soft projection; hard to smell on yourself after a few hours
Narcissus note divides people
Not a bold statement scent

Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray prices at every store

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 51,035 ratings

Ratings are strong overall. Buyers describe a fresh, clean floral-woody scent that is easy to wear daily, and several compare it favorably to the sweeter eau de parfum. The main complaints are that it fades faster than expected and sits close to the skin.

What people mention

LongevityCriticisedSeveral wearers say it fades within a few hours and needs reapplying.
ProjectionMixedSome like that it stays close to the skin; others wish it carried further.
Scent profilePraisedReviewers call it fresh, clean and lightly spicy rather than sweet.
Comparison to EDPPraisedBuyers who found the original Perfect too sweet prefer this lighter version.
Narcissus noteMixedThe floral heart appeals to some and reads sharp or soapy to others.

About the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray

Marc Jacobs Perfect is an eau de toilette spray from the design house of Marc Jacobs, launched in 2022. It comes in a 1.6 oz size.

The scent opens with Polygonum and pink pepper. Narcissus is the middle note. The base is cedar and woody notes.

Brand: Marc Jacobs
Type: Eau de toilette spray
Size: 1.6 oz
Launch year: 2022
Top notes: Polygonum, pink pepper
Middle note: Narcissus
Base notes: Cedar, woody notes

Specifications

product_line: 1.6 ozSource
color: MulticolorSource
size: 1.6 ozSource

Questions and answers

How does Perfect EDT differ from Perfect eau de parfum?: The EDT is lighter and fresher, with pink pepper and polygonum up top and cedar at the base. The eau de parfum is sweeter and heavier, built around rhubarb and almond milk. Expect softer projection and shorter wear from the EDT.
How long does it last?: Most wearers get a few hours before it fades to a skin scent. It lasts longer on clothing than on skin. Carry the bottle if you want it to hold through an evening.
Is it unisex or feminine?: It is marketed as a women's fragrance. The pink pepper and cedar make it less sweet than many feminine florals, so some men wear it too.
What season is it best for?: Spring and early fall suit it best. It is light enough for summer days but may feel too soft in cold weather.
What is in the box?: A single 1.6 oz eau de toilette spray bottle. No travel size or lotion is included.
Is it worth it over cheaper fresh florals?: It offers a recognizable pink pepper and cedar blend that is cleaner than most sweet designer florals. If longevity matters most, a stronger eau de parfum may serve you better.
Where is the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray cheapest?: At Walmart, for $49.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Marc Jacobs Perfect EDT Spray?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,035 ratings.