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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.
The Essence Vault Guarantee
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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“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!”
Clare B.
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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: 4.9 / 5 from 54 reviews.
Simply divine. Very close to the original. So gorgeous, light, sweet, zesty, a little ambery. Ugh, there are few perfumes out there that smell this good. This is like LDBS’s slightly more refined sister. Both gorgeous fragrances. Will definitely repurchase. Longevity is average on skin but lingers on clothes. Great spring/summer fragrance but wearable all year round. One of my favourites by EV.
First 3 tributes to my little collection. Absolutely pleased with my choices 943 and 142. And was very pleasantly surprised by the mystery pick 972, had got the other 2 as special occasion fragrances and the mystery pick compliments them so well, layers well with 943 & makes a great boujie daily scent as well. All last long, project really well and marry with the warmth of my skin really nicely especially 142 develops get the much richer notes the longer it sits on my skin . Might keep trying the mystery pick thing to try scents I hadn’t thought to add to my wishlist
This has to me by favourite. It's like Delina and Love Don't Be Shy colluded in a perfume fantasy. Floral and sweet and really really special. Stunning perfume, absolutely beautiful
Well this is very very special. It's like a mix of Delina and Love Don't be Shy. The best of both worlds. Stunning perfume. Definitely one of my top three favourites
I was very uncertain how it is going to smell because orginal perfum cost about £180 for 75mln so i did not expect too much.I gave it a go and booom!It was worth it:)
I love it!Beautiful smell,long lasting.Definitely will be back for more.
I'm so delighted with this sample because l absolutely love Oriana but l can not spend so much on the original. Personally if there is any difference between EV & the real McCoy it's so narrow l would never know; this is definately my new obsession.
Beautiful scent almost identical as Oriana by Perfumes De Marley.
Last longer than oryginal and project very well on skin.
My favourite 😍 I will be ordering more.Fantastic price for good quality Perfumes.
I have a sample of the original Oriana and this smells exactly the same, only difference is the original is £200. I feel like this copy actually lasts longer than the original too, I’ll definitely buy a bigger bottle next time!
I need cruelty free vegan perfumes. 943 is lovely I enjoy 5ml samples to try everything. 943 I think is quite masculine. As long as TEV are here I will never buy non vegan non cruelty free again. Buy with confidence. 5*.
Wow! Bought a sample as I liked the sound of the scent description but wasn’t wanting to commit to a whole bottle if I didn’t like it, but I am in LOVE! Very sweet, warm scent, and takes me back to the beach in Dubai. Will be buying the full size real soon!
This is so pretty. I've not smelled Oriana but I have the original LDBS and this is a softer version. If that is too much for you try this one. It's very special.
Was surprised by this fragrance having read descriptions of it. I've unsurprisingly found that our individual responses to fragrance are both personal and individual but totally unpredictable. I think this is a clean, fresh and calming fragrance that anybody could wear. It's not interestingly sweet or spicy but is going to give confidence to the wearer because it's kind of sophisticated.
Sehr intensiver Duft, lecker nach Kaugummi 🙂
Man darf es aber wirklich nur dezent verwenden, da es wirklich sehr süß riecht. Aber dann ist es super.
Kenne aber das Original nicht.