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Viking Eau de Parfum bottle Viking EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2017 Year 1986
££££ Price Tier £
Obsession for Men Eau de Toilette bottle Obsession for Men EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Viking EDP
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 - Obsession for Men EDT
A spicy amber powerhouse that bottles eighties masculinity with unapologetic warmth, richness, and sillage. Not for the faint of heart or the modern minimalist, but an iconic, nostalgic statement for cold nights.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Viking EDP
Obsession for Men EDT

Notes

Accords

Viking Obsession for Men
100%
Fresh Spicy
45%
Warm Spicy
100%
85%
Aromatic
60%
70%
Woody
85%
Amber
80%
75%
Citrus
35%
60%
Green
Powdery
50%
Balsamic
40%
35%
Musky
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
45%
100%
Aromatic shared
85%
60%
Woody shared
70%
85%
80%
Citrus shared
75%
35%
60%
50%
40%
35%

Performance

Viking Obsession for Men
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Strong
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.

Obsession for Men

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dense warm spicy, amber, and woody structure makes it best for chilly fall and winter weather, while its aromatic and citrus highlights allow for limited wear in temperate spring. It is far too heavy and sweet for summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold sillage and vintage richness fit best for evening, dates, or cozy settings. It's too attention-grabbing and heavy for most office or sporty situations, but can work for formal events in cold weather.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, aromatic, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Viking EDP
Obsession for Men EDT

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