ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A solid, affordable clone that nails the aquatic-woody brief. Don't expect nuclear performance, but for the price, it's a great everyday hitter that pulls compliments. If you want the original, this is a decent shout.
The Fragrance World UK's £4.95/30ml interpretation of Paco Rabanne Invictus (2013) - the pyramid maps the original's grapefruit opening, bay leaf heart, and guaiac wood dry-down. Liverpool dupe-house pricing on a recognisable smell-alike for casual rotation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 18% |
| Floral | 14% | 13% |
| Fruity | 4% | 4% |
| Green | 10% | 13% |
| Sweet | 10% | 8% |
| Warm | 12% | 13% |
| Woody | 11% | 12% |
| Earthy | 20% | 18% |
| Animalic | 10% | 8% |
| Fresh | 26% | 26% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly versatile for casual and sporting wear, but its moderate performance means it generally won't overwhelm an office setting. While suitable for a date, the casual vibe might deem it a bit underdressed for formal events.
Seasons
The grapefruit-led opening and guaiac wood-anchored close mirror the original's seasonal range, though the budget composition fades faster than the Paco Rabanne bottle in heavier conditions.
Occasions
A budget interpretation that keeps the original's structure - the dupe reads cleaner and shorter, making it best suited to casual rotation rather than as a replacement for the Paco Rabanne signature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aquatic, Citrus, Aromatic accords and Grapefruit, Mandarin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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