Is Maison Alhambra Sceptre Desert a dupe of Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777 Venom Incarnat?

Venom Incarnat EDP

Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777 by Karine Chevallier, Stéphane Humbert Lucas Original

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Venom Incarnat EDP

This is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with opinions split firmly down the middle. Some find it a seductive, unique fruity leather, while others recoil from its synthetic sweet notes, often comparing it to vape juice or cheap sweets. Sample first, definitely.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Sceptre Desert EDP

This Sceptre is a smooth operator - a delicious, fruity-sweet leather bomb that punches way above its weight. Don't let the price fool you; this is a seriously well-blended, powerful fragrance destined to become a cult favourite.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How they compare

Venom Incarnat EDP A Sceptre Desert EDP B

Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Venom Incarnat EDP

Sceptre Desert EDP

Notes

Base Notes

Leather 26% Vanilla 20% Tonka Bean 20% Patchouli 19% Canadian Fir Balsam 15%

Base Notes

Leather 33% Patchouli 23% Vanilla 23% Tonka Bean 21%

Shared Notes

Strawberry 27% vs 44%

Only in Venom Incarnat

Wild Strawberry 30% Caramel 22% Blackberry 21%

Only in Sceptre Desert

Raspberry 33% Cinnamon 22%

Shared Notes

Cedar 31% vs 34%

Only in Venom Incarnat

Raspberry 40% Cinnamon 28%

Only in Sceptre Desert

Caramel 36% Blackberry 30%

Shared Notes

Leather 25% vs 33%

Vanilla 20% vs 22%

Tonka Bean 20% vs 21%

Patchouli 18% vs 22%

Only in Venom Incarnat

Canadian Fir Balsam 15%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Venom Incarnat Sceptre Desert

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Venom Incarnat

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and distinct, divisive scent profile make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for dates where its sensual vibe can shine. The sweetness and leathery edge limit its formality, leaning instead towards evening casual or nights out.

Sceptre Desert

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its powerful projection and undeniable sweetness make it less suitable for formal or office settings where subtlety is key. However, it absolutely shines on dates and casual outings, drawing compliments and leaving a captivating trail, as many reviews attest to its 'powerful projection' and ability to garner positive attention.

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.

Overall scent match

92%

Key Similarities

Every one of its 10 notes is in the original, including Raspberry, Blackberry, Strawberry

Key Differences

Without canadian fir balsam and wild strawberry