Xplicit Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Sceptre Oceana
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is Mancera's unapologetic stab at the 'dark vanilla' trend, serving up a potent blend that some call the best of its kind. It's a divisive one, though - fans adore its deep, grown-up sweetness, while detractors find it synthetic, heavy on the oud, or simply nothing new.
A divisive beast. Sceptre Oceana promises a rich, bold vanilla and oud, and for many it delivers a 'yummy' intoxicating experience with monstrous projection (after a good maceration). But prepare for a rough opening and very mixed results on longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 53% | 45% |
| Warm | 23% | 26% |
| Woody | 21% | 26% |
| Earthy | 15% | 16% |
| Animalic | 7% | 16% |
| Fresh | 1% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting, rich gourmand-woody profile make it too much for an office. It shines on dates and cooler-weather evenings, adding a sensual, confident touch, and could elevate a formal outfit without being stuffy. Not for sport, obviously.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong projection and bold character, this is best suited for cooler evenings or occasions where you want to make a statement. It's too intense for a typical office environment but can shine on dates, formal events, or even casual wear when you want to feel luxurious and confident. Its often-cited 'beast mode' performance makes it less ideal for intimate settings where subtlety is key.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Oud, Benzoin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.