Invictus Victory by Rabanne

Starts with a spicy, unusual note, like lemon with lavender, which can burn your nose if you overapply. Then it dries down to a super clean, sweet lavender, almost identical to Victory Elixir, and the longevity is brutal.

Within the Invictus family, this is one of the less worn. Despite its notes, what stands out most is the red pepper, vanilla, and amber. The opening is potent, but once it dries down, it becomes vanilla-focused and warm from the amber. It’s not excessively sweet; it has a perfect balance between sweetness and intensity. Although it’s not listed in the official notes, I perceive a hint of cocoa alongside the vanilla, like a slightly chocolatey vanilla. Contrary to some reviews, it’s not intrusive in summer and is pleasant even in warm climates.

I’m writing this before bed, hoping the bathroom is free. In this fragrance, only two notes stand out: vanilla and amber; that’s all you feel. It smells vanilla, earthy, or powdery, a very pleasant aroma that doesn’t bother, but… it lacks something, something that says ‘this smells like Victory Elixir’, but it doesn’t have it. I feel it more for layering to give it the punch it lacks. Another thing: it’s not very sweet; it gives you peace, serenity, calm, something that relaxes you. For heat, it’s not what you’re looking for. What am I saying; you could easily wear it in the heat without bothering anyone, but the perfume tells you it’s not for heat. It feels like a quiet, cool place, like a library, a good restaurant, or a cool spot just to relax. I do recommend it, but as someone else said: sometimes it smells bad, and I think it’s when it mixes with sweat and heat (when I wear it outside and sweat, it smells bad), but in a cool place it’s very comforting.

It’s a rich perfume for wearing with clothes. I get a reminiscence of Asad Bourbon (keeping in mind quality proportions)… now the price is crazy given how expensive it is.

I tested it on my skin with two sprays. It projects well. The only thing I smell is vanilla with lavender; I don’t smell anything else. I only smell 85% vanilla and 15% lavender.

It’s a somewhat playful perfume but it doesn’t fully convince me, not because it’s bad; in fact, it smells very good, but for the price it’s really not worth it. There are many much cheaper perfumes that offer the same, both Arab and designer, which are less overpriced. Another thing is that it’s not potent; although it lasts on skin for about 6 to 8 hours, it doesn’t leave much of a trail. For it to come out at $130 or $150 is an abuse.

It doesn’t work on my skin; it’s barely noticeable. I can’t distinguish any aroma, just feel something avoirdupoised and ambered. It’s not for me. There’s something curious: when I give it a good sniff, suddenly I get a note that gives me the vibe of bad breath, hahaha.

I loved this perfume, it’s 98% identical to Invictus Victory.

It’s a rich, sexy perfume that draws looks. The first time I tested it in the perfumery upon leaving, it left an amazing trail and all the girls took notice.

Alright, let’s start with longevity: the duration is very good, personally it lasts past 8 hours for me, reaching maybe 10 hours on skin contact. Its projection and sillage are very good. I bought this perfume led by comments that it smells like Axe Chocolate, and let me tell you, I don’t perceive it that way. It is true that it becomes a bit chocolatey, but it’s a delicious chocolate, nothing like Axe. Don’t let yourself be led by comments; if you’re not very convinced, try the perfume. Personally it has given me compliments; the first time I used it, my girlfriend told me I smelled very good and felt like a nice perfume.

What a great scent! I started talking to my ex about how good it smells, and he said it’s his favourite, even above Le Male Parfum. He started recognising me in places just by the smell. I will definitely buy another bottle when this one finishes; it will be my first winter purchase without a doubt, perfect for any cold weather. 10/10.

The opening is lovely, but then the vanilla hits you like a punch to the face. It feels heavy, irritating, and even gave me nausea. Not worth spending the money on.

As a woman, this is one of my weaknesses.

Greetings. Invictus Victory, the V of victory that accompanies you. I was surprised; I was used to the original and wanted to try this. WOW! It smells masculine and delicious. People say the same thing to me on night outs. It’s citrusy at first, then sexy incense without being smoky, and finally vanilla and amber. A proper fragrance. They say it smells like Axe de Chocolate, but no, it’s another level. Nothing to do with the original; it’s a fragrance in its own right and very good. If chocolate is noticeable, it’s deep and earns you compliments.

I understand why many mention Axe. I had high expectations and thought it would be an exaggeration. It opens citrusy and sweet for a few seconds, promising well. But then comes that strange, chocolatey dry-down, which indeed smells like Axe de Chocolate. What a disappointment. Luckily I could try it before buying. It’s not unpleasant, but I don’t like associating myself with a deodorant. Better to go for the Elixir version; that one truly smells of caramel with Invictus touches. Scent: 4/10 (Axe smells better), Projection: 7/10, Longevity: 9/10. I’m not saying don’t buy it, but I would definitely go for Invictus Victory.