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Opus XIV Royal Tobacco Eau de Parfum bottle Opus XIV Royal Tobacco EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2022 Year 2021
££ Price Tier ££
Invictus Victory Eau de Parfum bottle Invictus Victory EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opus XIV Royal Tobacco EDP
This one is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, Opus XIV is a masterpiece. Forget your typical sweet tobaccos - this is a bold, complex, and unashamedly powerful scent for confident individuals who aren't afraid to stand out. It's not for the faint of heart.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Invictus Victory EDP
Divisive, yet a certified compliment-puller. While some find it cloying or distinctly 'Axe-like', many others praise its sweet, masculine charm and impressive staying power. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that thrives in cold weather.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opus XIV Royal Tobacco EDP
Invictus Victory EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Vanilla 25% vs 40%
Only in Opus XIV Royal Tobacco
Myrrh 26% Birch Tar 24% Benzoin 24%
Only in Invictus Victory
Tonka Bean 31% Amber 29%

Accords

Opus XIV Royal Tobacco Invictus Victory
100%
Amber
99%
55%
Vanilla
100%
71%
Sweet
58%
67%
Balsamic
44%
64%
Soft Spicy
52%
62%
Aromatic
57%
58%
Fresh Spicy
47%
58%
Tobacco
52%
Woody
Lavender
51%
Powdery
48%
Citrus
47%
Amber shared
100%
99%
Vanilla shared
55%
100%
Sweet shared
71%
58%
Balsamic shared
67%
44%
Soft Spicy shared
64%
52%
Aromatic shared
62%
57%
Fresh Spicy shared
58%
47%
58%
52%
51%
48%
47%

Performance

Opus XIV Royal Tobacco Invictus Victory
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Opus XIV Royal Tobacco

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its beast-mode performance and overtly strong, distinct character, Royal Tobacco is completely unsuitable for office wear. It excels in formal or special evening date settings where its bold projection and opulent aroma can be appreciated without overwhelming a small space.

Invictus Victory

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong projection and enduring longevity, combined with its gourmand sweetness, make it too prominent for an office setting. It truly shines on dates and casual nights out in colder weather, where its warmth and sweet appeal are appreciated for pulling compliments. For anything formal or sporty, it's just too much.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, sweet, balsamic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Opus XIV Royal Tobacco EDP
Invictus Victory EDP
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