Is Perfume Parlour Autocrat a dupe of Boadicea the Victorious Monarch?

Monarch EDP

Boadicea the Victorious   Original Favourite

Autocrat EDP

Perfume Parlour   Inspired Statement
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Monarch Eau de Parfum bottle Monarch EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2015 Year -
££££ Price Tier ££
Autocrat Eau de Parfum bottle Autocrat EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Monarch EDP
Monarch is a divisive one. Some rave about its smooth, fruity leather and spicy warmth, while others smell a
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Our Verdict - Autocrat EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Monarch - Boadicea the Victorious. It leans on Red Berries, Artemisia, Tea 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
Monarch EDP A Autocrat 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
Monarch EDP
Autocrat EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Leather 100% vs 100%
Red Fruits 25% vs 29%
Artemisia 22% vs 26%
Tea 19% vs 23%
Cardamom 16% vs 29%
Grapefruit 16% vs 20%
Rose 15% vs 26%
Pink Pepper 15% vs 23%
Cinnamon 13% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Red Fruits 25% vs 29%
Artemisia 22% vs 26%
Tea 19% vs 23%
Grapefruit 16% vs 20%
Only in Monarch
Bergamot 16%
Shared Notes
Cardamom 16% vs 29%
Rose 15% vs 26%
Pink Pepper 15% vs 23%
Cinnamon 13% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Leather 100% vs 100%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Monarch Autocrat
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Monarch

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its blend of leathery warmth and subtle spice makes it versatile for a range of occasions; however, some report performance issues, meaning it might not be ideal for a long day at the office. The sophisticated, yet slightly playful, nature suits evenings out or more dressed-up casual events. It might be too heavy for sportswear.

Autocrat

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the warm spicy, citrus 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
91%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Cinnamon

Key Differences

Without bergamot and freesia

Where to buy

Monarch EDP
Autocrat EDP
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