Is Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades High Roller a dupe of Creed Absolu Aventus?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Absolu Aventus
- Game of Spades High Roller
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
This is Aventus, but darker, spicier, and often perceived as more mature. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure, though the Sauvage Elixir comparisons are rife, and the eternal debate around Creed's pricing versus performance rages on. If you want a more potent, less playful Aventus, this is it.
This one's a dead ringer for Absolu Aventus, at least for some. Expect plenty of compliments, but be warned, batch variations are a real wild card. If you get a good one, it's a stellar, versatile beast.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While versatile, its bolder, spicier profile makes it less suited for intense office wear but perfect for dates and evening events. Reviews consistently highlight its 'gentlemanly' and 'masculine' appeal for varied settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its versatile fresh-spicy character makes it suitable for many settings, from casual daytime wear to evening engagements. While strong longevity and sillage might be a bit much for a formal office setting, it's excellent for dates and general everyday use.
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.
Shares 8 of its 16 notes, including Bergamot, Grapefruit, Patchouli
Adds ambroxan and cashmere wood, drops citron
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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