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Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously polarising scent, much loved by some as a beast-mode blackcurrant and oakmoss bomb, whilst others find it overwhelmingly harsh, synthetic, or just too much. It's not a safe blind buy, so sample it first and decide for yourself.
This Aventus-alike is wildly polarising; some rate it as a smoother, longer-lasting clone than CDNIM after maceration, while others find the performance weak and the leather note harsh and synthetic. A true love-it-or-hate-it gamble.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 10% |
| Floral | 6% | 14% |
| Fruity | 18% | 20% |
| Green | 13% | 10% |
| Sweet | 11% | 20% |
| Warm | 7% | 4% |
| Woody | 9% | 14% |
| Earthy | 25% | 22% |
| Animalic | 20% | 13% |
| Fresh | 18% | 13% |
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 nuclear performance and room-filling sillage make it too overwhelming for most office settings, but it's a solid choice for dates or casual outings where its bold presence can shine. It's a bit too casual and assertive for formal events and far too heavy for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, particularly after maceration, make it less suitable for an office setting. However, the bold and fruity-woody profile, combined with the underlying leather, makes it an excellent choice for dates and casual evenings, with some potential for formal events where a statement scent is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Mossy, Woody accords and Oakmoss, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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