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Wicked Noir

MPF   Dupe
Invictus Victory Eau de Parfum bottle Invictus Victory
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2021 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Wicked Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Wicked Noir
Our Verdict

Invictus Victory and Wicked Noir share a strong resemblance, primarily driven by their vanilla and amber cores. However, Invictus Victory leans into a bolder, sweeter profile that some find overpowering, occasionally drawing comparisons to Axe body spray. Wicked Noir offers a smoother, more refined vanilla experience, smelling more expensive. If you want a beast-mode fragrance that cuts through the cold, choose Invictus Victory. If you prefer a more subtle, versatile vanilla that won't offend, Wicked Noir is the better option. Both are compliment-pullers, but in different ways.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Invictus Victory if...
  • You want a fragrance with beast-mode performance.
  • You enjoy a boldly sweet and youthful scent.
  • You want a fragrance that projects confidence.
  • You want to be noticed in colder weather.
Choose Wicked Noir if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more versatile vanilla.
  • You want a fragrance that smells more expensive.
  • You want a safer, less polarizing scent.
  • You seek a pleasant everyday fragrance.
  • You want a fragrance that won't break the bank.
Our Verdict - Invictus Victory
Divisive, yet a certified compliment-puller. While some find it cloying or distinctly 'Axe-like', many others praise its sweet, masculine charm and impressive staying power. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that thrives in cold weather.
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Our Verdict - Wicked Noir
Seriously, this is a surprisingly decent vanilla-heavy number that punches well above its weight. A crowd-pleaser that won't break the bank and smells far more expensive than it is. What's not to like?
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14% 10%
Floral 11% 9%
Fruity 3% 8%
Green 4% 16%
Sweet 26% 35%
Warm 27% 20%
Woody 4% 3%
Earthy 9% 7%
Animalic 2% 2%
Fresh 21% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Invictus Victory EdP
Wicked Noir EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 46% vs 33%
Only in Invictus Victory
Pink Pepper 54%
Only in Wicked Noir
Galbanum 33% Apple 33%
Shared Notes
Lavender 48% vs 33%
Only in Invictus Victory
Frankincense 51%
Only in Wicked Noir
Heliotrope 33% Nutmeg 33%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 40% vs 33%
Tonka Bean 31% vs 33%
Amber 28% vs 33%

Accords

Invictus Victory Wicked Noir
100%
Vanilla
100%
99%
Amber
63%
57%
Aromatic
63%
47%
Fresh Spicy
60%
58%
Sweet
Green
58%
48%
Powdery
56%
51%
Lavender
42%
47%
Citrus
44%
44%
Balsamic
Vanilla shared
100%
100%
Amber shared
99%
63%
Aromatic shared
57%
63%
Fresh Spicy shared
47%
60%
58%
58%
Powdery shared
48%
56%
Lavender shared
51%
42%
Citrus shared
47%
44%
44%

Performance

Invictus Victory Wicked Noir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Invictus Victory

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong projection and enduring longevity, combined with its gourmand sweetness, make it too prominent for an office setting. It truly shines on dates and casual nights out in colder weather, where its warmth and sweet appeal are appreciated for pulling compliments. For anything formal or sporty, it's just too much.

Wicked Noir

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its warm, slightly sweet, and powdery character makes it great for dates and casual outings, offering a comforting presence. While generally well-received for most settings, its cosy sweetness might be a bit much for a formal office environment if over-sprayed.

Where to buy

Invictus Victory
Wicked Noir
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