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Invictus Eau de Toilette bottle Invictus EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2013 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Athens Eau de Parfum bottle Athens EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Invictus EDT
Invictus is a mass-appeal marine-citrus powerhouse that radiates youthful energy and sporty confidence. Its bold projection and fresh sweetness make it a crowd-pleaser, perfect for those seeking a vibrant signature.
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Our Verdict - Athens EDP
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Paco Rabanne Invictus (2013) - grapefruit, bay leaf and guaiac wood translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Invictus EDT
Athens EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 34% vs 40%
Mandarin 31% vs 26%
Only in Invictus
Sea Water 34%
Only in Athens
Aquatic 33%
Shared Notes
Bay Leaf 53% vs 56%
Jasmine 46% vs 44%
Shared Notes
Ambergris 27% vs 23%
Guaiac Wood 25% vs 29%
Oakmoss 23% vs 25%
Patchouli 23% vs 21%

Accords

Invictus Athens
100%
Marine
85%
Citrus
65%
65%
Aromatic
85%
Fresh
85%
Aquatic
80%
60%
Woody
70%
50%
Amber
100%
Citrus shared
85%
65%
Aromatic shared
65%
85%
85%
80%
Woody shared
60%
70%
50%

Performance

Invictus Athens
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Invictus

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Invictus excels in spring and fall with its fresh marine opening and aromatic heart, while the ambergris and woody base offer enough substance for cooler days. Its aquatic-citrus character suits summer but can be piercing in winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

With its energetic projection and sporty-fresh profile, Invictus is ideal for casual, date, and active settings. Its boldness can be distracting for office or formal use, but it works well in lively or social atmospheres.

Athens

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Citrus-marine-bay built for spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Casual, sport, office.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Invictus EDT
Athens EDP
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