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An opulent and comforting blend of rich tobacco leaf, sweet cinnamon, and creamy vanilla. Infused with dry cedarwood and cypriol oil, this sophisticated masterpiece creates a warm, majestic evening aura of effortless strength and luxury. Ideal for autumn and winter.
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Opulent Warmth, Majestic Trail – Warm Cinnamon, Rich Tobacco Leaf, Sweet Vanilla.

A tribute to the noble strength and rich legacy of classic perfumery, No. 878 is an opulent and comforting masterpiece that wraps you in a golden aura. This majestic blend opens with a warm, spicy invitation of sweet Cinnamon and exotic Pepperwood, making an immediate statement of luxurious depth and radiant heat. It is a bold, welcoming opening that sets the stage for a grand narrative.

As the spices gently soften, the heart reveals an incredibly rich, smoky texture. Rich Tobacco Leaf and fragrant Incense merge with the subtle fruitiness of Osmanthus and the resinous warmth of Labdanum, creating a comforting yet highly sophisticated layer. The true magic unfolds in its lingering dry-down—a creamy, velvety base of rich Madagascar Vanilla, earthy Cypriol Oil, dry Cedar, and warm Amber. Designed for those who command respect with quiet confidence, this Woody Spicy composition is the ultimate signature for autumn and winter evenings.

Expertly crafted in the UK using the finest premium-grade oils, our Eaux de Parfum are formulated for exceptional longevity and a captivating sillage, bringing you high-end artisanal quality at an accessible price.

Notes similar to those found in Herod - A sophisticated, opulent blend of sweet, rich tobacco leaf and warming cinnamon, dry cedarwood, and creamy vanilla.

🍂 Tobacco Leaf · 🍦 Vanilla · 🪵 Cedarwood
Scent Profile: Woody Spicy
Full Note Breakdown:
  • Top notes: Cinnamon · Pepperwood
  • Middle notes: Tobacco Leaf · Incense · Osmanthus · Labdanum
  • Base notes: Vanilla · Cedarwood · Musk · Vetiver · Amber

✨ Accessible Luxury Scents: Experience the captivating designer-inspired fragrances you adore, crafted with premium ingredients, at a fraction of the high-end cost. Smell expensive, spend wisely.

⏱️ Impressive Performance, UK Crafted: We use high concentrations of quality fragrance oils in our Eau de Parfum, ensuring impressive longevity and sillage. Expertly blended right here in the UK for reliable quality.

⭐ Trusted by Thousands: Don't just take our word for it! Join our community of happy fragrance lovers – check out thousands of genuine customer reviews raving about our quality and accuracy.

🌱 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Feel good about smelling great. All our fragrances are proudly 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free, always.

✅ Your Risk-Free Guarantee: Try your chosen scent with absolute confidence. If you don't completely love it within 30 days, simply return it for a full, no-quibble refund.

We deliver to the UK, Ireland as well as most of Europe and the USA. We offer a range of shipping options to get your fragrances delivered right to your door, quickly and safely.

UK Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 2-3 business days via EVRI 48 hour tracked service for £2.45.
  • Express Delivery: Delivered within 1-2 business days via Royal Mail Tracked 24 service for £4.65.

Ireland Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 2-3 business days via An Post tracked service from €2.99.

EU Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 3-7 business days via DPD tracked service from £5.99*

USA Delivery

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Tracking Your Order:

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive a tracking number via email. You can track your package by using the order number on our tracking page.

Please note:

  • We cannot currently deliver to Alaska or PO Boxes.
  • In the event of adverse weather, deliveries may be affected and we cannot guarantee all delivery times.

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* Please see checkout for country-specific pricing.

We want you to love your new scent. If it's not quite right, you can return it for a full refund or exchange within 30 days of delivery - no awkward questions.

A few things to keep in mind

  • We know you need to try a fragrance to know if it's right for you, so a few test sprays are absolutely fine. We just ask that the bottle hasn't been heavily used and is returned in its original packaging within the 30-day window.
  • For Home Reed Diffusers and Car Diffusers, please pop the closure cap back on before returning - we need it to be included for the return to be processed.

Ready to start a return or just have a question? Get in touch via our contact page and we'll get it sorted for you.

Please be aware that products mentioned throughout our site are a mere guide and in no circumstance should be mistaken for the actual high street, designer or Niche brand. Names and copyrights, used or unused, are properties of their respective manufacturers and/or designers. These are simply inspirations, and are not 'identical' to any other fragrance or original.The Essence Vault are not to be confused with originals and we have no affiliation with the manufacturers of these unnamed designer brands. All 'Trademarks', used or unused, are property of their respective owners. We are not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorised, or sponsored by any trademark holder referenced or unreferenced herein. The use of any product name is for identification and reference purposes only, and does not imply any association with the trademark holder.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Expertly blended in the UK. Unbeatable longevity. No designer markups.

Very close - close enough that Metro said: "We seriously couldn't tell the difference between this and the real deal."

We build each fragrance around the same scent profile as the original: the same opening notes, the same dry down, the same character.

We're not affiliated with the designer brands we reference, but we list our inspirations clearly on every product so you know exactly what you're getting before you order.

Every fragrance in our range is a true Eau De Parfum, formulated with high-quality fragrance oils. If you want stronger projection or longer wear, our Intense range uses an even higher oil concentration — you'll notice the difference in the first hour on skin.

Most of our fragrances last 8–12 hours, though this varies depending on your skin type, how you apply it, and the environment.

Dry skin tends to absorb fragrance faster - if that's you, applying to pulse points right after a shower (when pores are open) makes a noticeable difference. Our Intense range is formulated for stronger projection and longer wear if longevity is your priority.

Designer prices cover a lot more than what's inside the bottle - celebrity campaigns, luxury retail margins, and packaging that costs more to produce than the fragrance itself.

We skip all of that. Every pound goes into the formula: high-quality fragrance oils, UK manufacturing, and getting the scent right. That's why a 100ml bottle costs £24.99 instead of £120 or more.

Yes. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all orders.

We know buying fragrance online carries some risk - you can't smell it before it arrives. So give it a few wears, see how it settles on your skin, and if it's not right for you, return the bottle for a full refund. No awkward questions.

Yes, absolutely!

One of the more frustrating things about expensive fragrance is rationing it - saving the bottle for occasions that feel worthy of the price. At £4.99 a bottle, that calculation disappears. Wear what you like, when you like, without thinking twice about it.

Yes. Every product we make is 100% vegan - no animal-derived ingredients - and cruelty-free at every stage of production.

Presence. Our core range is an Eau de Parfum blended at 20-25% fragrance oil, which gives most people 6 to 8 hours of wear. The Intense Collection is built to last longer, project further and carry deeper base notes, with 8 hours or more typical on skin.

Intense starts at £7.95 against £4.99 for the core range, so it comes down to how much the extra wear and presence matter to you.

Intense versions are available for most of our popular scents. Look for the black Intense label on the product page.

That's more common than you'd think. Two options depending on how you want to approach it.

Our Scent Finder Quiz asks about your occasions and the kinds of scents you already like, then recommends profiles that suit you — good if you want a quick steer.

If you'd rather try before you commit, our Discovery Set is the better route: 20 x 5ml samples for £44.99 (down from £100), available in For Him, For Her, or Unisex. Once you've found your favourites, you get an exclusive 20% discount code to put towards a 3x100ml bundle - bringing it down to £35.99 - that's £12 per 100ml bottle!

UK orders arrive in 2–3 business days with standard delivery, or 1–2 business days with express via Royal Mail. You'll get a tracking number by email as soon as your order is dispatched.

We also ship to Ireland, the EU, and the US — delivery times and costs vary by country and are shown at checkout.

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At The Essence Vault, we believe in fragrances that make you feel amazing. That's why we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee—so you can shop with confidence.

If you're not completely in love with your scent, simply return it within 30 days for a full refund. No hassle, no stress—just a promise that you'll find a fragrance you truly adore.

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These perfumes smell just like the real thing

“Trust me when I say these perfumes smell just like the real thing. They also last a very long time - one spray in the morning, and I can still smell it at bedtime! I 100% recommend them!”

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Had so many compliments and they last so long!

“Absolutely in love with all the perfumes I purchased! I had to go back for more. I originally ordered the 3 x 100ml bundle and then got six more. So, so happy!”

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I’m a customer for life, thank you so much, 100% satisfied

“I’m absolutely delighted with my fragrance, it smells beautiful, I’ve had so many comments when I wear it. Very efficient delivery, great packaging and amazing value.”

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 30 reviews.

The smell is incredible. However it disappeared so quickly. No one could ever smell it off me. Such a shame because if it lasted, it would be the one I'd use the most.

Farhan N. 4/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Wow! I love the smell of this, I've never smelled the original, but it is good. Longevity is ok.

Peter A. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

This was originally a recommended by you and one of The Essence Vaults recently added Parfum's. Purchased a couple of times and it is one of my favorites. Lovely smell and liked by everyone who smells it. Top draw.

Simon G. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

One of the best🤩 hope it last as much as it smell awesome

Mihai D. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Not bad at all but doesn't really last past the two hour mark, for me.

Matteo C. 4/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

WAW A truly wonderful and amazing scent; thank you very much—I really enjoyed it. And I highly recommend it.

Yacine C. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

The first time on using I was told that I smell lovely. A recent purchase and I must say it is superb and will purchase again.

Simon G. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Lasts about 8 hours on myself poeple saying thats smells nice it from ess vault

Barry S. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Purchased for hubby as he is PDM curious and this was his 3rd based upon scent from TEV. He is very happy with the longevity and projection, it has an expensive smell and it is really nice on his skin.

Donna P. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Min son älskade den och jag förstår varför luktar så gott

Josefina J. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Loving this addition to the line EV line up. I have the original and I would say it is 85% like it, not in a bad way I might add. This dupe has it's own lovely characteristics which I'm enjoying, especially more vanilla in the dry down. Has a good projection and will get you compliments this Autumn and winter. 10/10

Adam E. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Smells like ladies perfume not mens as advertised

Michael R. 1/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

The best ever very strong long lasting and affortable

Beverley W. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Already had a couple of comments asking what i was wearing. A new staff member commented that i always smell nice so i thanked her for the compliment. Just the sort of smell i can get behind. Long lasting such a good quality smell and service. Very pleased with the purchase

John F. 4/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Definitely buying a second bottle smell so nice 👍🏾 n my skin I love it 😍 and lasts all day tbh cos I still smell it at night time while in bed lol

Paul E. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878

Another one in the bag lol my new favourite perfume last all day definitely getting a second bottle….

Paul E. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Herod - 878