Is Aaron Terence Hughes Supernova a dupe of Creed Aventus?

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Aventus Eau de Parfum bottle Aventus EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2010 Year 2024
££££ Price Tier ££
Supernova Eau de Parfum bottle Supernova EDP
$339.95+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at FragranceShop.com
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aventus EDP
Aventus is the definitive modern statement scent: assertive pineapple and smoky birch create a signature that is both crowd-pleasing and distinctive. Effortlessly confident, it commands attention without shouting.
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Our Verdict - Supernova EDP
Supernova is a freshie that's causing a right ruckus. Critics call it a mere Aventus clone, but fans rave about its punchy citrus and solid performance. It's a divisive one, but those who love it, really love it for its bright, juicy, and energetic take on a familiar profile.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Aventus EDP A Supernova EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aventus EDP
Supernova EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pineapple 38% vs 43%
Shared Notes
Musk 21% vs 13%
Oakmoss 20% vs 19%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Aventus Supernova
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Aventus

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Aventus' vibrant fruits and citrus sparkle in spring and summer, while smoky birch, oakmoss, and leather ground it for autumn. The freshness tapers off in winter but remains wearable year round.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Well-balanced projection and sophistication make Aventus versatile for office, date, and casual wear. Its assertive presence also suits formal occasions, but is too rich for sport or gym.

Supernova

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its potent projection and citrus-fresh profile make it perfect for casual and sporty wear, where its energy can shine. For office or formal settings, a lighter hand is required, given its strong sillage, though it could work for a relaxed date night.

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.

Overall scent match
40%
Key Similarities

Shares 6 of its 12 notes, including Bergamot, Pineapple, Patchouli

Key Differences

Adds ambergris and ginger, drops ambroxan and birch

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Aventus EDP
Supernova EDP

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