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Viking Eau de Parfum bottle Viking EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2017 Year 2020
££££ Price Tier ££
Emporio Armani He Eau de Toilette bottle Emporio Armani He 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 - Emporio Armani He EDT
A divisive scent for the nostalgic few, Emporio Armani He (2020) struggles to escape the shadow of its 1998 predecessor. Many find it a watered-down disappointment, while others appreciate its modern take on a classic. Expect poor performance, but a decent, clean scent if you can overlook its flaws.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Viking EDP
Emporio Armani He EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 17% vs 31%
Orris 14% vs 32%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 28% vs 21%
Musk 24% vs 33%
Tonka Bean 23% vs 19%
Only in Viking
Cedar 24%
Only in Emporio Armani He
Sandalwood 25%

Accords

Viking Emporio Armani He
100%
Fresh Spicy
85%
85%
Aromatic
100%
Powdery
94%
75%
Citrus
88%
70%
Woody
88%
35%
Musky
86%
Iris
62%
Sweet
61%
Floral
61%
60%
Green
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
85%
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
94%
Citrus shared
75%
88%
Woody shared
70%
88%
Musky shared
35%
86%
62%
61%
61%
60%

Performance

Viking Emporio Armani He
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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.

Emporio Armani He

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its intimate projection and moderate longevity make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, where subtlety is appreciated. While it possesses an elegance suitable for some formal events, its lacklustre performance means it won't shine on a big night out.

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
Emporio Armani He EDT
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