Is Pearl Fragrances Invictus Attar a dupe of Rabanne Invictus?
Invictus EDT
Rabanne by Véronique Nyberg, Anne Flipo, Olivier Polge, Dominique Ropion Original StatementWhere they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Invictus
- Invictus Attar
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Paco Rabanne's Invictus is a fresh, marine-grapefruit fragrance built for gym bags and beach bars alike; this attar keeps the citrus energy up top but settles into a plainer amber-patchouli base than the original's more textured woody finish.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Bay Leaf
53%
vs
57%
Jasmine
46%
vs
42%
Grapefruit
34%
vs
61%
Mandarin
31%
vs
38%
Ambergris
27%
vs
32%
Oakmoss
23%
vs
29%
Patchouli
23%
vs
38%
Ambergris
27%
vs
32%
Oakmoss
23%
vs
29%
Patchouli
23%
vs
38%
Guaiac Wood
25%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
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
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.
Seasons
A grapefruit-marine freshness that thrives in warm weather and feels thin once the temperature drops.
Occasions
Built for energy and movement - the citrus-marine profile is a natural fit for sport and casual wear rather than anything formal.
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.
Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Bay Leaf, Jasmine, Mandarin
Without guaiac wood and sea water
Where to buy
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Invictus EDT
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