Is Perfume Parlour Dragon Flame a dupe of Boadicea the Victorious Dragon?

Dragon Parfum

Boadicea the Victorious   Original Statement

Dragon Flame EDP

Perfume Parlour   Inspired Statement
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Dragon Parfum bottle Dragon Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2024 Year -
£££££ Price Tier ££
Dragon Flame Eau de Parfum bottle Dragon Flame EDP
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3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at Maple Prime
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dragon Parfum
Dragon really splits the room: some find it an overpriced clone, others are utterly captivated by its luxurious sweetness. It's a statement scent, no doubt, but whether it justifies the astronomical price tag is entirely down to your wallet and your nose.
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Our Verdict - Dragon Flame EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Dragon by Boadicea the Victorious (2024). It leans on Saffron, Cinnamon, Peach to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Dragon Parfum A Dragon Flame EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dragon Parfum
Dragon Flame EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 52%
Vanilla 49% vs 47%
Saffron 32% vs 29%
Amber 28% vs 29%
Cinnamon 28% vs 26%
Magnolia 27% vs 26%
Incense 27% vs 23%
Peach 21% vs 23%
Raspberry 18% vs 20%
Rose 17% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Saffron 32% vs 29%
Cinnamon 28% vs 26%
Peach 21% vs 23%
Raspberry 18% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Amber 28% vs 29%
Magnolia 27% vs 26%
Incense 27% vs 23%
Rose 17% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 52%
Vanilla 49% vs 47%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Dragon Dragon Flame
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Dragon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent performance and rich amber-vanilla profile make it a strong choice for dates and formal events, leaving a memorable impression. While some find it too much for the office, its smooth projection and 'airy' quality mean it could work in controlled settings. It's definitely not one for sport.

Dragon Flame

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the warm spicy, fruity profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the warm spicy accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 10 notes is in the original, including Saffron, Peach, Rose

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

Dragon Parfum
Dragon Flame EDP

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Dragon Flame EDP

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3.4 fl oz (100 ml)

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