Is The Essence Vault Invictus a dupe of Rabanne Invictus?
Invictus EDT
Rabanne by Véronique Nyberg, Anne Flipo, Olivier Polge, Dominique Ropion Original Statement
Invictus EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2013 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Invictus EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Invictus
- Invictus
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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.
The Essence Vault's interpretation of Paco Rabanne's Invictus (2013) - Veronique Nyberg, Anne Flipo, Olivier Polge and Dominique Ropion's grapefruit-marine-ambergris signature, here translated into a budget reading with the grapefruit-marine-ambergris spine still legible. Honest dupe-fidelity for sport and casual wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Bay Leaf
53%
vs
59%
Jasmine
46%
vs
40%
Grapefruit
34%
vs
39%
Mandarin
31%
vs
25%
Ambergris
27%
vs
30%
Guaiac Wood
25%
vs
26%
Oakmoss
23%
vs
20%
Patchouli
23%
vs
22%
Sea Water
34%
Aquatic
35%
Grapefruit
34%
vs
39%
Mandarin
31%
vs
25%
Sea Water
34%
Aquatic
35%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Grapefruit-marine is summer-natural; spring close behind, autumn at low dosage acceptable.
Occasions
Fresh-casual masculine - sport, casual, and office the natural homes.
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 8 of its 9 notes, including Bay Leaf, Jasmine, Mandarin
Adds aquatic, drops sea water
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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