Is Zimaya Vigour a dupe of Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique?
Fleur Narcotique EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2014 | Year | 2023 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $ |
Vigour EDP
Fleur Narcotique and Vigour share a citrusy, woody base, but diverge significantly in their overall impact. Fleur Narcotique aims for bold, projecting fruity-floral, while Vigour offers a softer, warmer experience. The key difference lies in the intensity and complexity. Fleur Narcotique is a statement fragrance, potentially polarizing due to its strength and price. Vigour prioritizes subtlety and is much easier on the wallet. If you want to be noticed and can handle a potentially sharp edge, go for Fleur Narcotique. If you prefer a gentle, comforting scent, Vigour is the better option.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Fleur Narcotique
- Vigour
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance with strong projection.
- You enjoy bold, fruity floral scents.
- You appreciate unique and complex compositions.
- Price is not a concern for you.
- You want a compliment-pulling fragrance.
- You prefer subtle, understated scents.
- You want an affordable everyday fragrance.
- You dislike fragrances that are too loud.
- You prefer warm, comforting woody notes.
- You want something inoffensive and easy to wear.
Fresh and fruity with bite: juicy peach and litchi brighten a peony and jasmine heart, and clean musk gives a modern finish. Strong projection and good lasting power, so go easy on the sprays.
This one's a quiet charmer. If you want something pleasant, inoffensive, and cheap enough to re-spray all day without a second thought, Vigour is your guy. Don't expect to turn heads, but those close enough will appreciate its subtle warmth.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Bergamot
3%
vs
6%
Litchi
16% share of the perfume
Peach
15% share of the perfume
Peony
13% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
13% share of the perfume
Jasmine
13% share of the perfume
Musk
10% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
6% share of the perfume
Petalia
6% share of the perfume
Oakmoss
5% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
12% share of the perfume
Oud
12% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
9% share of the perfume
Nutmeg
9% share of the perfume
Saffron
9% share of the perfume
Frankincense
9% share of the perfume
Ambergris
9% share of the perfume
Lemon Verbena
9% share of the perfume
Red Apple
6% share of the perfume
Lavender
6% share of the perfume
Musk
10% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
6% share of the perfume
Oakmoss
5% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Spring is the best season for its fresh fruit and flowers, with summer very close. Autumn and winter call for something warmer.
Occasions
Office, casual days and sport all suit its fresh, clean character, and it holds up for dates. It is less suited to formal evenings.
Seasons
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Its mild projection and moderate longevity make it ideal for office wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While too subtle for formal events, its gentle spicy-woody character could work for an intimate casual date or everyday wear where closeness is key.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 11 notes, including Bergamot
Adds ambergris and cinnamon, drops jasmine and litchi
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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