Is Fragrance World Violet Sapphire a dupe of Boadicea the Victorious Violet Sapphire?

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Violet Sapphire Eau de Parfum bottle Violet Sapphire EDP
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Our Verdict

Despite the near-identical similarity score, these Violet Sapphires cater to different tastes and budgets. Fragrance World's is a budget-friendly, louder, and more playful take on the fruity-sweet genre. Boadicea the Victorious offers a more complex and 'natural' experience with its fruity-oud blend, though some find it overpriced or detect challenging 'dirty musk' notes. The key difference lies in the quality and complexity of ingredients and the overall refinement of the scent profile. If you want a bombastic, affordable fruity fragrance, go with Fragrance World. If you are looking for a niche experience with a smoother oud, try Boadicea the Victorious.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Violet Sapphire if...
  • You want a fun, fruity fragrance without a high price tag.
  • You prefer a louder, more playful scent profile.
  • You enjoy turning heads with a bold, tropical vibe.
Choose Violet Sapphire if...
  • You seek a more complex, niche fragrance experience.
  • You appreciate a smoother, more natural oud.
  • You are willing to invest in higher-quality ingredients.
Our Verdict - Violet Sapphire EDP
Violet Sapphire is a divisive one. Fans call it a 'beast mode' fruity-oud, a step up from the Erba Pura style with a smoother, more natural feel. Critics, though, find it overpriced and surprisingly similar to mass-market fruity fragrances, with some detecting an unpleasant 'dirty musk' or 'barnyard' oud.
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Our Verdict - Violet Sapphire EDP
This one's a cheeky, fruity firecracker. If you're after a loud, fun, and unapologetically tropical scent that won't break the bank, you've found it. Perfect for turning heads without taking life too seriously.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Violet Sapphire EDP A Violet Sapphire 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
Violet Sapphire EDP
Violet Sapphire EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 29%
Oud 33% vs 18%
Magnolia 33% vs 29%
Jasmine 30% vs 41%
Raspberry 30% vs 24%
Passionfruit 26% vs 27%
Peach 24% vs 24%
Amber 22% vs 21%
Musk 22% vs 33%
Cashmere Wood 21% vs 27%
Violet Leaf 18% vs 22%
Shared Notes
Raspberry 30% vs 24%
Passionfruit 26% vs 27%
Peach 24% vs 24%
Violet Leaf 18% vs 22%
Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 29%
Magnolia 33% vs 29%
Jasmine 30% vs 41%
Shared Notes
Oud 33% vs 18%
Amber 22% vs 21%
Musk 22% vs 33%
Cashmere Wood 21% vs 27%

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

Violet Sapphire Violet Sapphire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Violet Sapphire

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This perfume is a 'beast mode' performer with strong projection and longevity, making it too overwhelming for close-quarter office environments. Its opulent blend of fruits, florals, and oud is perfect for evening dates and formal events where you want to make a statement, but some find it versatile enough for more casual, daring wear.

Violet Sapphire

Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its strong projection and loud fruity character make it less ideal for formal settings or the office. However, it's a fantastic pick for casual outings or dates where its fun, uplifting nature can shine.

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
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 11 notes is in the original, including Cashmere Wood, Musk, Amber

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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