Is Fragrance World Invicto a dupe of Rabanne Invictus?
Invictus EDT
Rabanne by Véronique Nyberg, Anne Flipo, Olivier Polge, Dominique Ropion Original Favourite
Invictus EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2013 | Year | 2022 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Invicto EDP
Invictus and Invicto are strikingly similar, with Invicto being a high-quality dupe. The main difference lies in performance and subtle nuances of the blend. Invictus boasts a more potent projection and a slightly more refined composition, justifying its higher price point. Invicto, however, offers exceptional value, delivering a similar experience at a fraction of the cost. If budget is a concern, Invicto is a fantastic alternative. If you want the slightly better performance, go with Invictus.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Invictus
- Invicto
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want the original Invictus DNA.
- Performance is a key factor for you.
- You prefer a slightly more refined scent profile.
- You want a great scent on a budget.
- The original is too expensive for your budget.
- You want an everyday, easy-to-wear fragrance.
Grapefruit, mandarin and sea water crash in, bay leaf and jasmine add an aromatic lift, and ambergris, guaiac wood and oakmoss leave a salty, woody base. Loud and fresh.
Clean and aquatic-woody for every day: sea water, mandarin and grapefruit up top, jasmine and bay leaf in the middle, ambergris, guaiac wood, patchouli and oakmoss below. Moderate strength, good from spring to autumn.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Sea Water
22%
vs
17%
Ambergris
14%
vs
11%
Bay Leaf
13%
vs
9%
Grapefruit
11%
vs
12%
Patchouli
10%
vs
8%
Mandarin
10%
vs
13%
Oakmoss
10%
vs
8%
Jasmine
3%
vs
9%
Guaiac Wood
2%
vs
8%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Citrus and sea water suit warm days best, though the woody base lets it work well into autumn. Winter is its weakest.
Occasions
Strong enough for nights out and dates, and fresh enough for sport and casual days. In a quiet office it can be too much.
Seasons
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly versatile for casual and sporting wear, but its moderate performance means it generally won't overwhelm an office setting. While suitable for a date, the casual vibe might deem it a bit underdressed for formal events.
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.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Bay Leaf, Jasmine, Grapefruit
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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