ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
The Essence Vault's interpretation of Paco Rabanne's Fame (2022) - Dominique Ropion and Anne Flipo's mango-jasmine-sandalwood composition that paired exotic fruit with deep wood and white-floral incense, here translated into a budget reading with the mango-jasmine-sandalwood triangle still legible. Honest dupe-fidelity for evening and date wear.
This one's proper divisive: a bold, challenging oud that some will absolutely adore and others will quite literally compare to 'feces'. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you're oud-curious and appreciate a bit of controversy, give it a go. Just be ready for an indolic journey.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 25% | 2% |
| Floral | 85% | 20% |
| Fruity | 85% | 21% |
| Green | 20% | 3% |
| Sweet | 55% | 21% |
| Warm | 60% | 15% |
| Woody | 70% | 28% |
| Earthy | 30% | 8% |
| Animalic | 20% | 11% |
| Fresh | 50% | 9% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Fruity-white-floral-woody works across three seasons with spring and summer the strongest; the mango opening lifts in warmer weather.
Occasions
Evening-feminine signature - date and casual-evening the natural homes; office acceptable at low dosage, formal evening welcome.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and polarizing animalic oud, this is best reserved for evening and special occasions, not the office. Its unique, bold character makes it an interesting choice for dates or formal events where you want to make a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Fruity, Woody accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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