Is MPF Wicked Noir a dupe of Rabanne Invictus Victory?
Invictus Victory EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2021 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Wicked Noir EDP
Invictus Victory and Wicked Noir share a strong resemblance, primarily driven by their vanilla and amber cores. However, Invictus Victory leans into a bolder, sweeter profile that some find overpowering, occasionally drawing comparisons to Axe body spray. Wicked Noir offers a smoother, more refined vanilla experience, smelling more expensive. If you want a beast-mode fragrance that cuts through the cold, choose Invictus Victory. If you prefer a more subtle, versatile vanilla that won't offend, Wicked Noir is the better option. Both are compliment-pullers, but in different ways.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Invictus Victory
- Wicked Noir
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance with beast-mode performance.
- You enjoy a boldly sweet and youthful scent.
- You want a fragrance that projects confidence.
- You want to be noticed in colder weather.
- You prefer a smoother, more versatile vanilla.
- You want a fragrance that smells more expensive.
- You want a safer, less polarizing scent.
- You seek a pleasant everyday fragrance.
- You want a fragrance that won't break the bank.
Divisive, yet a certified compliment-puller. While some find it cloying or distinctly 'Axe-like', many others praise its sweet, masculine charm and impressive staying power. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that thrives in cold weather.
Seriously, this is a surprisingly decent vanilla-heavy number that punches well above its weight. A crowd-pleaser that won't break the bank and smells far more expensive than it is. What's not to like?
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Lavender
48%
vs
27%
Lemon
46%
vs
24%
Vanilla
40%
vs
24%
Tonka Bean
31%
vs
46%
Amber
28%
vs
28%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and enduring longevity, combined with its gourmand sweetness, make it too prominent for an office setting. It truly shines on dates and casual nights out in colder weather, where its warmth and sweet appeal are appreciated for pulling compliments. For anything formal or sporty, it's just too much.
Seasons
Community season votes for Rabanne Invictus Victory, the fragrance this is built to match, favour autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, slightly sweet, and powdery character makes it great for dates and casual outings, offering a comforting presence. While generally well-received for most settings, its cosy sweetness might be a bit much for a formal office environment if over-sprayed.
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 5 of its 7 notes, including Amber, Lemon, Lavender
Adds frankincense and pink pepper, drops apple and galbanum
Where to buy
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