Agua Brava Eau de Parfum bottle Agua Brava
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U Gender U
1968 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Agua Brava is a divisive classic: some find it a timeless, masculine masterpiece with an aromatic, woody soul, while others dismiss it as a fleeting scent more akin to an old-school aftershave or even insect repellent. Its low price makes it tempting, but don't expect powerhouse performance.
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Our Verdict - Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
Dunhill Icon Elite is a divisive woody scent: some find it a sophisticated, underrated gem, while others dismiss it as generic and underwhelming. It's affordable, but its performance is a toss-up - sometimes subtle, sometimes surprisingly long-lasting on clothes.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 19%
Floral 6% 2%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 23% 13%
Sweet 4% 6%
Warm 14% 20%
Woody 24% 29%
Earthy 16% 11%
Animalic 7% 7%
Fresh 23% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Agua Brava EdP
Icon Elite EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 20% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 15% vs 27%

Accords

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
75%
77%
Woody
100%
47%
Warm Spicy
73%
67%
Fresh Spicy
58%
52%
Citrus
67%
Powdery
48%
45%
Earthy
Musky
45%
Leather
44%
Aromatic shared
100%
75%
Woody shared
77%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
47%
73%
Fresh Spicy shared
67%
58%
Citrus shared
52%
67%
48%
45%
45%
44%

Performance

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its fresh, herbal character and generally poor longevity make it best suited for casual, outdoor activities or as a post-shower refresh. While some mention it for the office, its short lifespan and old-school vibe don't make it an ideal choice for formal or date settings.

Icon Elite Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and generally refined woody character make it suitable for office wear. While pleasant, it lacks the strong projection often desired for dates or casual outings, though some find it sufficiently elegant for formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
85%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Juniper, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Icon Elite Eau de Parfum
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