Dossier Aromatic Star Anise vs House of Watan Veritas Blue

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Dior Sauvage.

Dossier Aromatic Star Anise — dupe of Dior SauvageHouse of Watan Veritas Blue — dupe of Dior Sauvage

Comparison

Dossier Aromatic Star AniseHouse of Watan Veritas Blue
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 review7.7/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.2/107.5/10
Projection7.0/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.4/108.0/10
Value for money8.8/108.5/10
Price£29£39.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byDior SauvageDior Sauvage

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Dossier Aromatic Star Anise

Top Notes

  • Citrus Notes

Heart Notes

  • Lavender
  • Geranium
  • Star Anise

Base Notes

  • Patchouli

House of Watan Veritas Blue

Top Notes

  • Calabrian Bergamot
  • Grapefruit
  • Fig Leaves
  • Aquatic Accord

Heart Notes

  • Violet Leaf
  • Black Pepper
  • Papyrus Wood
  • Ambroxan
  • Patchouli

Base Notes

  • Mineral Musk
  • Tonka Bean
  • Saffron
  • Incense

Shared Notes

  • Patchouli

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins House of Watan Veritas Blue (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (8.4/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (£29)

See the full Aromatic Star Anise breakdown

See the full Veritas Blue breakdown

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