Is Next No. 85 1 Million a dupe of Rabanne 1 Million?

No. 85 1 Million EDT

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1 Million Eau de Toilette bottle 1 Million EDT
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No. 85 1 Million Eau de Toilette bottle No. 85 1 Million EDT
Our Verdict

1 Million by Rabanne is bold, sweet, and intensely attention-grabbing, making it a go-to for nights out or when you want to stand out. In sharp contrast, No. 85 by Next is a restrained, woody-spicy scent that offers modern versatility at a budget-friendly price, perfect for daily wear without overwhelming those around you. 1 Million boasts superior longevity and projection, while No. 85 is lighter and more subtle. Choose 1 Million for statement-making occasions and lasting power; go for No. 85 if you prefer something low-key, office-friendly, and easy on the wallet.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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1 Million Eau de Toilette ScentArt View Liquid → 1 Million EDT
No. 85 1 Million Eau de Toilette ScentArt View Liquid → No. 85 1 Million EDT

Which Should You Buy?

Choose 1 Million if...
  • You want a bold, sweet, attention-getting scent
  • You value strong projection and longevity
  • You're looking for a party or evening fragrance
  • You don't mind polarizing reactions
Choose No. 85 1 Million if...
  • You prefer subtle, understated fragrances
  • Budget-friendliness is your priority
  • You need an office-safe daily scent
  • You dislike overly sweet or intense colognes
Our Verdict - 1 Million EDT
1 Million is a bombastic, party-starting cologne that leaves subtlety at the door. Its sweet cinnamon, warm amber, and leathery undertones guarantee you'll be noticed, loved or hated, but never ignored.
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Our Verdict - No. 85 1 Million EDT
A crisp, affordable woody-spicy with a gentle leather twist - modern, versatile, and perfect for understated daily confidence without being loud or sweet.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
1 Million EDT A No. 85 1 Million EDT B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
1 Million EDT
No. 85 1 Million EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber Amber 10% vs 16%
Patchouli Patchouli 7% vs 15%
Only in 1 Million
Woody Notes Woody Notes 7% share of the perfume Leather Leather 5% 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

1 Million No. 85 1 Million
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Room-filling
Projection
Intimate
Potent
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

1 Million

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dense sweet-spicy and amber-leather profile is overwhelming in heat but thrives in cold or cool weather, making 1 Million ideal for winter and fall. Spring evenings work, but it can be cloying in summer.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its room-filling projection and hedonistic sweetness make it a clubbing and nightlife staple, too bold and loud for most offices or formal settings. Best for casual wear, parties, and youthful date nights.

No. 85 1 Million

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The spicy opening and smooth amber-leather base make this versatile for spring and especially autumn, with enough warmth for mild winter days and enough freshness for summer evenings.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

The moderate projection and balanced spicy-woody character make it suitable for daily wear and date nights, but the leather-amber base is not quite dressy or energetic enough for formal or sporty occasions.

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
30%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Amber, Patchouli

Key Differences

Adds cinnamon and grapefruit, drops blond leather and cardamom

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