Orientica Royal Bleu vs Zimaya Royal Paragon
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton.
At a glance
Orientica Royal Bleu costs £56.99 and Zimaya Royal Paragon costs £23, so Zimaya Royal Paragon is £33.99 cheaper. They share 9 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (53%). Orientica Royal Bleu is EDP and listed as unisex, while Zimaya Royal Paragon is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton.
Orientica Royal Bleu
Royal Bleu is Orientica's most direct interpretation of the fruity spiced blue genre that Parfums de Marly Layton built its reputation on, opening with green apple and mandarin before moving into a cardamom and violet heart and settling into vanilla, sandalwood and guaiac wood.
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Launched in 2024, Zimaya Royal Paragon is a refined oriental woody fragrance that captures the addictive versatility of Parfums de Marly Layton through a crisp apple lavender opening, a smooth floral aromatic heart, and a rich vanilla cardamom guaiac wood dry down built for year round masculine dominance.
Comparison
| Orientica Royal Bleu | Zimaya Royal Paragon | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.1/10 · 1 review | 8.3/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Projection | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Price | £56.99 | £23 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Parfums de Marly Layton | Parfums de Marly Layton |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Orientica Royal Bleu
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
9 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Orientica Royal Bleu lists Green Apple, Mandarin Orange, Pepper, Sandalwood and Musk that Zimaya Royal Paragon does not.
Zimaya Royal Paragon lists Apple, Mandarin and Black Pepper that Orientica Royal Bleu does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Orientica Royal Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Vanilla, Lavender, Patchouli and Violet. Orientica Royal Bleu also lists Green. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Woody, Fresh, Floral, Fruity, Aromatic, Oriental and Spicy.
Vibes
Orientica Royal Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Warm. Orientica Royal Bleu also lists Sweet and Bold. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Fresh, Powerful, Sophisticated, Masculine, Oriental, Compliment and Luxurious.
Occasions
Orientica Royal Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Evening, Autumn and Daily. Orientica Royal Bleu also lists Social and Spring. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Signature, Office, Formal, Winter, Date night, Nightlife, Year-round and Colder weather.
Performance
Orientica Royal Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Strong projection. Orientica Royal Bleu also lists Moderate projection and Strong longevity. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Versatile and Powerful.
Style lane
Orientica Royal Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Orientica Royal Bleu lists Fruity woody. Zimaya Royal Paragon lists Spicy woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (8.5/10)
- Projection: Tie (7.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Orientica Royal Bleu (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (£23)
Orientica Royal Bleu leads on scent accuracy, while Zimaya Royal Paragon leads on longevity, value for money and lower price. They are level on projection.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Orientica Royal Bleu has 1 community review and Zimaya Royal Paragon has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Orientica Royal Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Orientica Royal Bleu costs £56.99 and Zimaya Royal Paragon costs £23, so Zimaya Royal Paragon is £33.99 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Orientica Royal Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica Royal Bleu 8.0 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Royal Paragon 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Royal Paragon rates higher.
Which projects more, Orientica Royal Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica Royal Bleu 7.5 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Royal Paragon 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Layton, Orientica Royal Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica Royal Bleu 8.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Royal Paragon 8.2 out of 10, so Orientica Royal Bleu rates higher.
Which is better value, Orientica Royal Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica Royal Bleu 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Zimaya Royal Paragon 9.0 out of 10, so Zimaya Royal Paragon rates higher.
What notes do Orientica Royal Bleu and Zimaya Royal Paragon share?
They share 9 notes: Lavender, Bergamot, Cardamom, Geranium, Violet, Jasmine, Vanilla, Guaiac Wood and Patchouli.
Which occasions suit Orientica Royal Bleu and Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Orientica Royal Bleu is tagged for Evening, Social, Autumn, Spring and Daily. Zimaya Royal Paragon is tagged for Signature, Evening, Office, Autumn, Formal, Winter, Date night, Daily, Nightlife, Year-round and Colder weather.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.