Invictus Victory Eau de Parfum vs Cuba Gold Eau de Toilette

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Invictus Victory Eau de Parfum bottle Invictus Victory EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2021 Year 1992
££ Price Tier £
Cuba Gold Eau de Toilette bottle Cuba Gold EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

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.
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Our Verdict - Cuba Gold EDT
Divisive, cheap, and undeniably iconic. Cuba Gold is the OG Le Male alternative, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that punches way above its price tag. Some find it a synthetic scrubber, others a sexy, compliment-getting marvel. Take the plunge if you dare, just don't expect miracles on longevity.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Invictus Victory EDP
Cuba Gold EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 53% vs 51%
Only in Invictus Victory
Lemon 46%
Only in Cuba Gold
Grapefruit 49%
Shared Notes
Lavender 48% vs 58%
Only in Invictus Victory
Frankincense 51%
Only in Cuba Gold
Vetiver 41%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 40% vs 40%
Tonka Bean 31% vs 29%
Amber 28% vs 29%

Accords

Invictus Victory Cuba Gold
100%
Vanilla
94%
51%
Lavender
100%
99%
Amber
65%
57%
Aromatic
92%
58%
Sweet
56%
Woody
55%
47%
Fresh Spicy
54%
52%
Soft Spicy
47%
Earthy
51%
48%
Powdery
48%
47%
Citrus
44%
Balsamic
Vanilla shared
100%
94%
Lavender shared
51%
100%
Amber shared
99%
65%
Aromatic shared
57%
92%
Sweet shared
58%
56%
55%
Fresh Spicy shared
47%
54%
Soft Spicy shared
52%
47%
51%
Powdery shared
48%
48%
47%
44%

Performance

Invictus Victory Cuba Gold
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Cuba Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

The comforting, sweet lavender-vanilla profile makes it suitable for casual wear and dates, but its often-cited lack of longevity means it's best for shorter outings. While some find it office-appropriate, others note its potential for being overpowering or too informal for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean vanilla, amber, sweet

Key Differences

Adds grapefruit and vetiver, drops frankincense and lemon

Where to buy

Invictus Victory EDP
Cuba Gold EDT
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