Invictus Eau de Toilette bottle Invictus
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Invictus Eau de Toilette
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 - Wave Eau de Parfum
Missoni Wave is a legendary summer cheapie, lauded for smelling like high-end alternatives at a fraction of the cost. Beloved, versatile, and well-performing for a freshie, it's a 'no-brainer' blind buy. Grab it before it’s gone.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18% 18%
Floral 13% 18%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 11% 19%
Sweet 9% 9%
Warm 12% 3%
Woody 11% 11%
Earthy 20% 17%
Animalic 9% 1%
Fresh 25% 29%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Invictus EdT
Wave EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Sea Water 34% vs 35%
Mandarin 31% vs 30%
Only in Invictus Eau de Toilette
Grapefruit 34%
Only in Wave Eau de Parfum
Citrus 34%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 23% vs 22%
Patchouli 23% vs 22%
Only in Invictus Eau de Toilette
Ambergris 28% Guaiac Wood 25%
Only in Wave Eau de Parfum
Orchid 33% Vetiver 23%

Accords

Invictus Eau de Toilette Wave Eau de Parfum
100%
Marine
67%
65%
Aromatic
100%
85%
Citrus
93%
70%
Fresh Spicy
56%
60%
Woody
50%
Lavender
51%
50%
Amber
Floral
49%
Fresh
47%
Earthy
45%
Salty
45%
Marine shared
100%
67%
Aromatic shared
65%
100%
Citrus shared
85%
93%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
56%
Woody shared
60%
50%
51%
50%
49%
47%
45%
45%

Performance

Invictus Eau de Toilette Wave Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Invictus Eau de Toilette

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.

Wave Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Often cited as a 'gym safe' and 'daily driver', its fresh and aromatic character, combined with moderate projection, makes it ideal for casual and office wear. While some reviewers report great longevity, the general consensus on its performance means it's less suited for formal events where a more impactful scent is often desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
83%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Citrus, Marine accords and Sea Water, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Invictus Eau de Toilette
Wave Eau de Parfum
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