French Avenue Imperial Ocean vs Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey.

At a glance

French Avenue Imperial Ocean costs £34.99 and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris costs £30, so Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris is £4.99 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 11 distinct notes listed across both (36%). French Avenue Imperial Ocean is EDP and listed as masculine, while Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey.

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

Imperial Ocean is a 2026 masculine Eau de Parfum built around sea salt, ginger and bergamot before moving through seaweed, lily of the valley and vetiver into ambergris and cedarwood. It is a clean salty marine fragrance with a darker woody base than the bright opening first suggests.

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris is a fresh marine aromatic fragrance recognised for its salty mineral brightness, aquatic depth and refined coastal signature character.

French Avenue Imperial Ocean, dupe of Issey Miyake Le Sel d'IsseyParis Corner Zodiac Solmaris, dupe of Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey

Comparison

French Avenue Imperial OceanParis Corner Zodiac Solmaris
Overall rating7.5/10 · 1 review7.7/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.2/10
Projection7.0/106.5/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.4/10
Value for money7.5/108.8/10
Price£34.99£30
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byIssey Miyake Le Sel d'IsseyIssey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

Top Notes

  • Sea Salt
  • Ginger
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Seaweed
  • Lily of the Valley
  • Vetiver

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Cedarwood

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

Top Notes

  • Sea Salt
  • Ginger

Heart Notes

  • Aquatic Notes
  • Algae

Base Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Oakmoss
  • Vetiver

Shared Notes

  • Sea Salt
  • Ginger
  • Vetiver
  • Cedarwood

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

French Avenue Imperial Ocean lists Bergamot, Seaweed, Lily of the Valley and Ambergris that Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris does not.

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris lists Aquatic Notes, Algae and Oakmoss that French Avenue Imperial Ocean does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Aquatic
  • Mineral
  • Salty
  • Fresh spicy
  • White floral
  • Marine
  • Spicy

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Earthy
  • Aquatic
  • Mossy
  • Aromatic
  • Mineral
  • Ozonic
  • Salty
  • Marine
  • Oakmoss
  • Spicy

Both share Woody, Fresh, Floral, Citrus, Aquatic, Mineral, Salty, Marine and Spicy. French Avenue Imperial Ocean also lists Sweet, Fresh spicy and White floral. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris also lists Earthy, Mossy, Aromatic, Ozonic and Oakmoss.

Vibes

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Sporty
  • Masculine
  • Aquatic

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Aquatic

Both share Fresh, Clean, Warm, Modern and Aquatic. French Avenue Imperial Ocean also lists Sweet, Sporty and Masculine. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris also lists Elegant and Sophisticated.

Occasions

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Holiday
  • Beach
  • Outdoor
  • Warm weather

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

  • Signature
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Travel
  • Relaxed

Both share Daytime, Office, Summer and Daily. French Avenue Imperial Ocean also lists Holiday, Beach, Outdoor and Warm weather. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris also lists Signature, Social, Spring, Travel and Relaxed.

Performance

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

  • Strong projection
  • Good longevity

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

  • Long lasting
  • Versatile
  • Subtle

French Avenue Imperial Ocean lists Strong projection and Good longevity. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris lists Long lasting, Versatile and Subtle.

Style lane

French Avenue Imperial Ocean

  • Marine citrus

Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris

  • Smooth woody

French Avenue Imperial Ocean lists Marine citrus. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris lists Smooth woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins French Avenue Imperial Ocean (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins French Avenue Imperial Ocean (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris (8.4/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris (£30)

French Avenue Imperial Ocean leads on longevity and projection, while Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris leads on scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. French Avenue Imperial Ocean has 1 community review and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, French Avenue Imperial Ocean or Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

French Avenue Imperial Ocean costs £34.99 and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris costs £30, so Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris is £4.99 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, French Avenue Imperial Ocean or Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

Atlas ratings give French Avenue Imperial Ocean 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris 7.2 out of 10, so French Avenue Imperial Ocean rates higher.

Which projects more, French Avenue Imperial Ocean or Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

Atlas ratings give French Avenue Imperial Ocean 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris 6.5 out of 10, so French Avenue Imperial Ocean rates higher.

Which is closer to Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey, French Avenue Imperial Ocean or Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

Atlas ratings give French Avenue Imperial Ocean 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris 8.4 out of 10, so Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris rates higher.

Which is better value, French Avenue Imperial Ocean or Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

Atlas ratings give French Avenue Imperial Ocean 7.5 out of 10 for value for money and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris 8.8 out of 10, so Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris rates higher.

What notes do French Avenue Imperial Ocean and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris share?

They share 4 notes: Sea Salt, Ginger, Vetiver and Cedarwood.

Which occasions suit French Avenue Imperial Ocean and Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris?

French Avenue Imperial Ocean is tagged for Daytime, Office, Summer, Daily, Holiday, Beach, Outdoor and Warm weather. Paris Corner Zodiac Solmaris is tagged for Signature, Social, Daytime, Office, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel and Relaxed.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

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