Orientica XO Xclusif Oud 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 XO Xclusif Oud Bleu costs £38.50 and Zimaya Royal Paragon costs £23, so Zimaya Royal Paragon is £15.50 cheaper. They share 10 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (63%). Orientica XO Xclusif Oud 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 XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
XO Xclusif Oud Bleu is Orientica's interpretation of the fruity, spicy blue fragrance genre that Parfums de Marly Layton helped define, built on a green apple and mandarin opening over a violet and jasmine heart.
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 XO Xclusif Oud Bleu | Zimaya Royal Paragon | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.8/10 · 1 review | 8.3/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.0/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Price | £38.50 | £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 XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
10 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu lists Green Apple, Pepper, Sandalwood and Musk that Zimaya Royal Paragon does not.
Zimaya Royal Paragon lists Apple and Black Pepper that Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Vanilla and Patchouli. Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu also lists Amber, Oud and Cinnamon. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Woody, Fresh, Floral, Fruity, Aromatic, Lavender, Violet, Oriental and Spicy.
Vibes
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Warm. Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu also lists Sweet and Feminine. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Fresh, Powerful, Sophisticated, Masculine, Oriental, Compliment and Luxurious.
Occasions
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Both share Evening, Autumn and Daily. Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu also lists Social, Spring, Summer and Night out. Zimaya Royal Paragon also lists Signature, Office, Formal, Winter, Date night, Nightlife, Year-round and Colder weather.
Performance
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu lists Moderate projection, Good longevity and Close to skin. Zimaya Royal Paragon lists Strong projection, Versatile and Powerful.
Style lane
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
Zimaya Royal Paragon
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu lists Fruity woody. Zimaya Royal Paragon lists Spicy woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (8.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (7.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins Zimaya Royal Paragon (£23)
Zimaya Royal Paragon leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu has 1 community review and Zimaya Royal Paragon has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu costs £38.50 and Zimaya Royal Paragon costs £23, so Zimaya Royal Paragon is £15.50 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Royal Paragon 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Royal Paragon rates higher.
Which projects more, Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Royal Paragon 7.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Royal Paragon rates higher.
Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Layton, Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Royal Paragon 8.2 out of 10, so Zimaya Royal Paragon rates higher.
Which is better value, Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu or Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Atlas ratings give Orientica XO Xclusif Oud 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 XO Xclusif Oud Bleu and Zimaya Royal Paragon share?
They share 10 notes: Mandarin, Lavender, Bergamot, Violet, Geranium, Jasmine, Cardamom, Guaiac Wood, Patchouli and Vanilla.
Which occasions suit Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu and Zimaya Royal Paragon?
Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu is tagged for Evening, Social, Autumn, Spring, Summer, Daily and Night out. 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.
Compare with the original
- Parfums de Marly Layton vs Orientica XO Xclusif Oud Bleu
- Parfums de Marly Layton vs Zimaya Royal Paragon