Is MPF Wicked Elixir a dupe of Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir?

Wicked Elixir EDP

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Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum bottle Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2023 Year 2024
££ Price Tier £
Wicked Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Wicked Elixir EDP
Our Verdict

Invictus Victory Elixir and Wicked Elixir are strikingly similar, with Wicked Elixir capturing almost the entirety of Invictus Victory Elixir's DNA at a fraction of the cost. The key difference lies in subtle nuances of composition. Invictus Victory Elixir boasts a slightly more refined and potent blend, resulting in enhanced performance and complexity. Wicked Elixir, however, offers a very close approximation, making it an excellent value for budget-conscious consumers seeking a similar gourmand experience without sacrificing too much quality. If price is not a concern, Invictus Victory Elixir wins.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Invictus Victory Elixir if...
  • You want a more potent and long-lasting fragrance.
  • You appreciate a slightly more refined composition.
  • You prefer the prestige of a designer brand.
  • You want the real deal instead of a dupe.
Choose Wicked Elixir if...
  • You want a very similar scent at a lower price.
  • You are testing this scent profile.
  • You want a good value daily fragrance.
  • You enjoy a cozy vanilla-tonka dry-down.
Our Verdict - Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum
A powerhouse vanilla-amber bomb that commands attention and radiates masculine warmth. Not for the subtle or the shy, this is a cold-weather compliment magnet with irresistible sweetness and smoldering depth.
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Our Verdict - Wicked Elixir EDP
A budget Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir interpretation built on the same lavender-cardamom opening and vanilla-tonka dry-down, delivering the warm cozy gourmand profile the elixir line is loved for.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum A Wicked Elixir 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
Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum
Wicked Elixir EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Incense 53% vs 56%
Vanilla 50% vs 54%
Tonka Bean 50% vs 45%
Patchouli 46% vs 43%
Lavender 34% vs 37%
Cardamom 34% vs 33%
Pepper 31% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Lavender 34% vs 37%
Cardamom 34% vs 33%
Pepper 31% vs 28%
Shared Notes
Incense 53% vs 56%
Patchouli 46% vs 43%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 50% vs 54%
Tonka Bean 50% vs 45%

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

Invictus Victory Elixir Wicked Elixir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Invictus Victory Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The intensely sweet, spicy vanilla and ambery warmth thrive in cold weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. It can be overwhelming in the heat, so it's less suited to summer, but versatile enough for fresh spring nights.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its bold projection and sweet, seductive profile, it's best for dates, nights out, or special occasions. The strength and sweetness can be too much for office or daytime sport use.

Wicked Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The warm lavender-cardamom top and vanilla-tonka base read best in autumn and winter chill where the gourmand-oriental profile shines; the composition can feel heavy in summer heat and overcooked in spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Sweet-warm gourmand profile and moderate-strong projection make it a confident date and evening choice, with enough refinement for formal wear; the density makes it less suited to office or sport.

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
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Vanilla, Incense, Patchouli

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum
Wicked Elixir EDP

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