Is Lattafa Hayaati a dupe of Rabanne Invictus?
Invictus by Rabanne Parfum offers a bold, sweet, and musky aquatic scent aimed at the masculine market, with a modern and energetic trail. It's a premium, attention-grabbing fragrance best for those who want to make a statement. On the other hand, Hayaati by Lattafa is a budget-friendly unisex Eau de Parfum with a fresh, fruity, and spicy profile. While it offers great value and is a crowd-pleaser, it may require some patience for the initial synthetic edge to settle. The key differences lie in price, concentration, and target audience. Invictus is for those seeking a premium, masculine scent, while Hayaati caters to budget-conscious buyers looking for a versatile, unisex option.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Invictus
- Hayaati
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer premium fragrances.
- You seek a bold, masculine scent.
- You want a statement-making perfume.
- You want a budget-friendly option.
- You prefer unisex fragrances.
- You enjoy fresh, fruity, and spicy scents.
A bold evolution of Invictus, this Parfum is sweet, synthetic, and aquatic with a musky punch. It is designed to grab attention and leaves a dynamic, modern trail that commands presence while staying true to its energetic DNA.
A fresh, fruity, lightly spiced scent with a clean shower-gel feel. A crunch of crisp apple, a warm hit of cinnamon and a soft musk finish make it bright and easy to like.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Cinnamon
20% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
15% share of the perfume
Musk
16%
vs
18%
Soap
18% share of the perfume
Sea Water
16% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
14% share of the perfume
Lavender
11% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
8% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
7% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
6% share of the perfume
Myrtle
2% share of the perfume
Apple
22% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
20% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
15% share of the perfume
Bergamot
13% share of the perfume
Vanilla
12% share of the perfume
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
The sweet-synthetic and aquatic-fresh facets make it versatile, but its richness and boldness suit the transitional and cooler months best. The strong presence and musky-woody base hold up well in autumn and winter, while the freshness allows some wear in spring and milder summer evenings.
Occasions
The bold, sweet, and synthetic nature makes it stand out for date nights and social occasions, while still being wearable for upscale casual. It may be too attention-grabbing for the office or sport due to intensity and sillage.
Seasons
Apple and bergamot are bright and cool, while cinnamon adds a spiced warmth. Spring and summer fit best, and autumn works well too.
Occasions
Versatile and clean, it suits casual days, the gym and the office. Formal evenings want something more refined.
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.
Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Musk
Adds cashmeran and lavender, drops apple and bergamot
Where to buy
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