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The Golden Retriever Edit
The Golden Retriever Edit
The Golden Retriever Edit
The Golden Retriever Edit
The Golden Retriever Edit

The Golden Retriever Edit

For Him
For the happy-to-be-there guy with endless energy. A fresh, clean, and approachable trio of crowd-pleasers that are zesty, bright, and impossible to dislike.
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He’s happy to be there, always carries your bag, and brings a burst of positive energy to every room he walks into.

Embrace the ultimate crowd-pleasing aesthetic with The Golden Retriever Edit. This collection is for the man who doesn't do dark or moody; he prefers scents that are zesty, clean, and inviting. These fragrances are fresh, sporty, and designed to match an energetic personality that everyone finds impossible to dislike.

The Fragrance Line-Up:

No. 475 | Inspired by Eros® A vibrant and heroic scent that radiates freshness. It opens with a crisp hit of mint leaf, Italian lemon zest, and green apple, before settling into a warm, creamy base of tonka bean and vanilla. It is a bold, energetic fragrance that feels youthful and high-spirited.

  • Key Notes: 🍃 Mint · 🍏 Green Apple · 🍦 Vanilla

No. 688 | Inspired by Phantom® A futuristic and high-energy aromatic fragrance. This scent features a bold dose of lavender, lemon, and creamy vanilla. It is a modern, "feel-good" perfume that uses science-backed notes to boost confidence and energy—perfect for the guy who is always the life of the party.

  • Key Notes: 🪻 Lavender · 🍋 Lemon · 🍦 Vanilla

No. 457 | Inspired by Himalaya® The scent of pure, mountain-fresh air. Inspired by the rugged beauty of the peaks, this fragrance combines cool citrus notes with warm sandalwood and cedar. It is a clean, understated, and incredibly sophisticated scent that feels like a breath of fresh air.

  • Key Notes: 🪵 Sandalwood · 🍋 Bergamot · ☁️ Musk

Crafted with care in the UK, our Eau De Parfum formulations ensure high-quality longevity, so you stay smelling fresh through every adventure. All scents are vegan-friendly and cruelty-free.

✨ 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

  • Standard Shipping: Delivered within 3-7 business days via FedEx tracked service for $10.99.
  • Express Shipping: Delivered within 3-5 business days via FedEx tracked service for $13.00.

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.

For more information on Shipping & Delivery, you can check our Help Centre.

* 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.

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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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!”

Kimran S.

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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.”

Patrick B.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 517 reviews.

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Bin sehr zufrieden, kommt nah ans original ran und Preis-Leistung ist unschlagbar. Würde ich wieder bestellen.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Riecht wirklich sehr gut und kommt ans original nahe ran. Nur etwas weniger intensiv und eher weniger Zitrus Aroma. Aber Preis-Leistung ist unschlagbar.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Amazing fragrance, smells gorgeous, great price!!!!

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Great fragrance I’ve had loads of compliments a really good smell and super fast delivery

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Seductive and the essences sneak up on you. For a romantic and secluded adventure.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Phantom - 688

Excellent parfum tiens longtemps L'odeur reste plus d'une journée sur les vêtements

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Customer photo review of Inspired by Phantom - 688

Я в полном восторге ! Я первый раз заказала пробники и теперь конечно же буду заказывать полноразмерные флаконы! Доставка на высоте!

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Customer photo review of Inspired by Phantom - 688

Got this as a present for Christmas, it smells identical to phantom. The fragrance lasts very long on skin and clothes. I highly recommend

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Customer photo review of Inspired by Phantom - 688

Lovely scent, lemon and lavender are the main components! Super refreshing scent, rapid delivery and brilliant value for money.

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Customer photo review of Inspired by Himalaya - 457

I have a few essence vault fragrances now and love them all. This one lasts all day and it is lovely and fresh, highly recommended.

Inspired by Himalaya - 457

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Excellent delivery and smells as good as originals and smell last a long time just to decide what scent next

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Another great fragrance for my collection. And for the price and 100ml its terrific value for money, and having owned the original, i can't tell the difference. Thanks Essence Vault👍

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Total blind buy for me after reading some reviews and wow what a scent may even but the original to compare but this one is definitely a good pick up if you like the original 😎❤

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

I purchased this because I love the original but fore it's a little too expensive. I got the 30ml to sample and I'm well happy with this fragrance It really does smell identical and smells better with time. Again had to write on the label as I'd never remember what's what.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Smells exactly like the original and long lasting. Will be buying more.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

This is unreal. It's addictive. The ambroxan has me genuinely sniffing myself on a regular basis. The Mrs likes it too.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Customer photo review of Inspired by Eros - 475

Lovely stuff. Lasts all day, and I've had multiple compliments. Will be buying from here in the future.

Inspired by Eros - 475

It's amazing when dried but when freshly sprayed it is a bit chemically

Inspired by Eros - 475

Another if my favourite go to aftershaves. This is very long lasting and smells fantastic. Always gets compliments

Inspired by Eros - 475

Good smell nice bottle, the only thing bad was I had to Wait 2 weeks to get my order, but other then that I am happy

Inspired by Eros - 475

Bought for the hubby loves how long it lasts would deffo recommend we love the essence vault

Inspired by Eros - 475

Delighted with aftershave. Smells identical to the original. Great service and will definitely be purchasing again.

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Eros - 475 has a beautiful scent! It lasts a while and the dry down is nice! It's a great blind buy!

Inspired by Eros - 475

Brilliant experience, scents last ages and smell really strong!

Inspired by Phantom - 688

The bottle is a good feel in your hand and it sprayed well. The scent was noticed by colleagues all day. I had followed your tips on how to apply it. This is a scent which gets you noticed with favourable comments from everyone.

Inspired by Himalaya - 457

this is a favourite of my grandson have bought a few bottles of this he loves it.

Inspired by Eros - 475

Love the scent, distinctive but easy to appreciate. Unfortunately my 10ml diffuser doesn't work well and leaks more than gets sprayed.

Inspired by Himalaya - 457

I cant say i dont like any of them they all smell amazing and last all day n night till next day or wash it off clothes always recommend all perfumes

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Second purchase of this fragrance & its spot on & such a strong long lasting scent

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Smells near enough like the real deal, last a while too perfect for every day wear

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Smells heavenly lasts about 8hr on skin and a few days on clothes u need to top it up if you want the entire room to know your there (like me)

Inspired by Phantom - 688

Lovely smell just like the original. Lasts for several hours.

Inspired by Eros - 475