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Invictus Intense Eau de Toilette bottle Invictus Intense EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2016 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Bvlgari Man In Black Essence Eau de Parfum bottle Bvlgari Man In Black Essence EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Invictus Intense EDT
Divisive yet undeniably powerful, Invictus Intense is a club-ready beast for those who want to be noticed. It's a loud, sweet, and boozy scent that splits opinions but consistently gets compliments if you're into that game.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Bvlgari Man In Black Essence EDP
A divisive take on the original, Bvlgari Man In Black Essence is a boozy, spicy beast. You'll either love its intense, darker character or find it too mature and cloying. Collectors adore it, but for most, the original might be a safer bet.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Invictus Intense EDT
Bvlgari Man In Black Essence EDP

Notes

Only in Invictus Intense
Orange Blossom 57% Pepper 43%
Only in Bvlgari Man In Black Essence
Spicy 52% Rum 48%
Only in Invictus Intense
Whisky 66% Bay Leaf 34%
Only in Bvlgari Man In Black Essence
Floral 57% Musk 43%
Shared Notes
Amber 40% vs 36%
Only in Invictus Intense
Ambergris 31% Salt 28%
Only in Bvlgari Man In Black Essence
Guaiac Wood 32% Resin 31%

Accords

Invictus Intense Bvlgari Man In Black Essence
100%
Amber
85%
51%
Warm Spicy
100%
52%
Woody
73%
69%
Whiskey
62%
Animalic
Rum
58%
56%
Salty
Musky
51%
Floral
50%
44%
Citrus
Amber shared
100%
85%
Warm Spicy shared
51%
100%
Woody shared
52%
73%
69%
62%
Rum
58%
56%
51%
50%
44%

Performance

Invictus Intense Bvlgari Man In Black Essence
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Invictus Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its beast-mode performance and strong projection make it unsuitable for most office environments, but it shines on dates and nights out. While some find it versatile for casual wear, its intensity can be too much for formal settings or daytime fitness activities.

Bvlgari Man In Black Essence

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, Bvlgari Man In Black Essence is best suited for evening wear, dates, and formal events in colder weather. It's too potent for casual daily wear or office environments, and entirely out of place for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
70%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Invictus Intense EDT
Bvlgari Man In Black Essence EDP
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