Viking

Creed by Olivier Creed Original
Dupe Pair
85%
Very Similar
Viking Eau de Parfum bottle Viking
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M Gender U
2017 Year 2018
££££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Viking
Viking is a bold, spicy-fresh statement for the modern classicist. Its punchy mint, pepper and citrus opening signals confidence, while the drydown balances woods and florals with Creed's signature refinement.
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Our Verdict - Seven Seas
Divisive. Some love this as a standalone scent; others trash it as a poor imitation. If you've never smelled Viking before, you might just find a year-round, confident signature. If you're after a dupe, look elsewhere.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 17%
Floral 17% 18%
Fruity 2% 3%
Green 11% 15%
Sweet 16% 7%
Warm 16% 8%
Woody 16% 15%
Earthy 9% 9%
Animalic 7% 0%
Fresh 20% 35%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Viking EdP
Seven Seas EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 18% vs 40%
Bergamot 17% vs 31%
Lemon 16% vs 28%

Accords

Viking Seven Seas
100%
Fresh Spicy
69%
85%
Aromatic
100%
70%
Woody
86%
75%
Citrus
82%
60%
Green
71%
Lavender
60%
Rose
56%
Earthy
52%
50%
Soft Spicy
52%
Patchouli
51%
35%
Musky
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
69%
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
Woody shared
70%
86%
Citrus shared
75%
82%
Green shared
60%
71%
60%
56%
52%
Soft Spicy shared
50%
52%
51%
35%

Performance

Viking Seven Seas
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Viking

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Viking's fresh spicy-citrus opening and aromatic heart are ideal for spring and autumn, with enough warmth and spice for early fall. Less suited to winter due to its fresher profile and moderate projection.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its refined freshness and moderate sillage make it versatile for office and casual wear. The spicy aromatic signature allows for smart-casual or even semi-formal settings, but it is too dressed up for sport and not bold enough for black tie.

Seven Seas

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its versatile fresh-spicy profile and good performance make it suitable for a range of casual and daytime settings. However, some find it too strong for formal occasions, and its unique character might not suit every office environment.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
89%
Notes
86%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Citrus accords and Lavender, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Viking
Seven Seas
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