Victorious Eau de Parfum vs Astor Cologne Eau de Parfum

Victorious

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	1880
££££	Price Tier	££

Astor Cologne

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Victorious

Victorious is a polarising scent, loved by some for its unique elegance and considered a "stinkbug" by others. Definitely not a blind buy unless you enjoy taking risks.

Statement

Our Verdict - Astor Cologne

This isn't just a perfume; it's a statement of quiet heritage and undeniable class. Old money, bottled. You won't smell like everyone else, but you'll smell distinguished and supremely confident. Almost universally loved with a timeless appeal that transcends its Victorian origins.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	26%	27%
Floral	11%	12%
Fruity	4%	1%
Green	6%	11%
Sweet	19%	20%
Warm	17%	22%
Woody	11%	14%
Earthy	7%	6%
Animalic	5%	4%
Fresh	25%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Victorious EdP

Astor Cologne EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Sea Water 25% Lemon 23% Grapefruit 20% Mandarin 20% Bergamot 13%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Victorious

Sea Water 25% Lemon 23% Grapefruit 20% Mandarin 20% Bergamot 13%

Shared Notes

Caraway 22% vs 23%

Jasmine 16% vs 11%

Petitgrain 11% vs 20%

Only in Victorious

Coriander 19% Neroli 17% Pink Pepper 14%

Only in Astor Cologne

Lemon 19% Sandalwood 13% Amber 13%

Only in Victorious

Vanilla 24% Sandalwood 22% Amber 22% Vetiver 18% Musk 15%

Accords

Victorious Astor Cologne

100%

Aromatic

95%

88%

Citrus

100%

62%

Fresh Spicy

87%

56%

Woody

65%

52%

White Floral

65%

49%

Amber

57%

56%

Marine

52%

Vanilla

51%

Soft Spicy

50%

Powdery

48%

Green

50%

Aromatic shared

100%

95%

Citrus shared

88%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

62%

87%

Woody shared

56%

65%

White Floral shared

52%

65%

Amber shared

49%

57%

Marine

56%

Vanilla

52%

Soft Spicy

51%

Powdery shared

50%

48%

Green

50%

Performance

Victorious Astor Cologne

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Victorious

Seasons

Best For:

Spring

Also Works:

Summer Autumn Winter

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Office Date Casual

Its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable for office wear without being intrusive, while its unique and elegant character elevates it for formal settings. The "fowl undertone" or "generic" comments suggest it's not a relaxed, casual grab, but it’s still versatile enough for a date night.

Astor Cologne

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Formal

Also Works:

Date

Astor's discreet projection and refined character make it perfect for formal settings and the office, where it projects professionalism without being overwhelming. Its versatility and gentle nature also make it suitable for casual wear, as noted by reviewers who praise its all-season appropriateness. However, its longevity, while decent for an EDC, means it's not ideal for high-exertion activities.