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Spicebomb Eau de Toilette bottle Spicebomb EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2014 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Mark & Victor Eau De Spice Eau de Parfum bottle Mark & Victor Eau De Spice EDP
Our Verdict

Eau De Spice is a budget-friendly alternative to Spicebomb, focusing on affordability. While both share a warm, spicy tobacco profile, Spicebomb offers a more refined and potent experience. Eau De Spice's performance may vary, but its price point makes it an attractive option for those seeking the Spicebomb DNA on a budget. Spicebomb justifies its higher price with superior projection and longevity, making it ideal for those who value performance and brand prestige. The core scent is very similar, making Eau De Spice a solid dupe.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Spicebomb if...
  • You want stronger performance and projection.
  • Brand reputation and presentation matter to you.
  • You prefer a smoother, more refined scent profile.
Choose Mark & Victor Eau De Spice if...
  • You want Spicebomb's scent at a lower cost.
  • You are okay with potentially weaker performance.
  • You are new to the fragrance and want to test the profile.
  • You want an everyday fragrance that doesn't break the bank.
Our Verdict - Spicebomb EDT
A warm, spicy explosion that's a crowd-pleaser for a reason. While its many flankers might vex some, the original Spicebomb is a reliably potent, compliment-getting winter warmer that'll stand strong in any smoky bar.
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Our Verdict - Mark & Victor Eau De Spice EDP
This one's a dead ringer for Spicebomb, apparently so good it's 'practically the same'. If you're after that iconic warm, spicy tobacco vibe without breaking the bank, this clone delivers the goods. Performance views are a bit of a mixed bag, but most agree it's a stellar dupe.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Spicebomb EDT
Mark & Victor Eau De Spice EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 22% vs 25%
Grapefruit 20% vs 25%
Only in Mark & Victor Eau De Spice
Cinnamon Leaf 50%
Shared Notes
Saffron 30% vs 17%
Pimiento 23% vs 17%
Only in Spicebomb
Cinnamon 46%
Only in Mark & Victor Eau De Spice
Pink Pepper 27% Elemi 20% Lavender 18%
Shared Notes
Tobacco 36% vs 30%
Vetiver 29% vs 20%
Only in Spicebomb
Leather 34%
Only in Mark & Victor Eau De Spice
Blond Leather 30% Fir Resin 20%

Accords

Spicebomb Mark & Victor Eau De Spice
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
82%
Aromatic
75%
Citrus
69%
Cinnamon
67%
Tobacco
69%
67%
Leather
51%
Sweet
58%
48%
Soft Spicy
57%
48%
Woody
Musky
42%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
82%
75%
69%
Tobacco shared
67%
69%
67%
Sweet shared
51%
58%
Soft Spicy shared
48%
57%
48%
42%

Performance

Spicebomb Mark & Victor Eau De Spice
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Spicebomb

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and warm, spicy accords make it less suitable for the office. However, it's a stellar choice for dates and evening casual wear, as its seductive nature is often noted by wearers for bars and intimate settings. It leans too casual for formal events and is entirely unsuitable for sport.

Mark & Victor Eau De Spice

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its warm spicy and tobacco accords lend themselves well to evening and cooler weather occasions. While some reviews mention moderate projection, the richness of the scent could be too much for a formal office setting but perfect for dates and evening casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, tobacco, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Spicebomb EDT
Mark & Victor Eau De Spice EDP
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