Is Milton-Lloyd No.10 a dupe of Creed Aventus?
Aventus EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2010 | Year | 2020 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
No.10 EDP
Aventus by Creed is the gold standard for refined, fresh-smoky masculinity, with a distinctive blend of pineapple, birch, and nuanced woods that exudes confidence and versatility. Essentials No.10 by Milton-Lloyd, while inspired by this DNA, leans heavily into bold woody-oud and amber territory, delivering massive projection and longevity at a fraction of the price. Aventus shines with sophistication and balanced composition, perfect for any occasion, while No.10 offers raw power and assertive presence more suited for those who crave strength over subtlety. Choose based on your preference for nuanced luxury or attention-grabbing value.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Aventus
- No.10
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a sophisticated, balanced signature scent.
- You value nuanced, natural-smelling ingredients.
- You seek versatility for any season or occasion.
- You appreciate subtlety over sheer projection.
- You want maximum performance on a budget.
- You prefer bold, powerful scents with strong sillage.
- You don't mind a more synthetic, ambery-woody vibe.
- You want a statement fragrance without high cost.
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.
A shockingly powerful budget take on woody-oud-amber masculinity, Essentials No.10 punches far above its price, delivering beastly performance and a commanding, elegant trail. Not for wallflowers or heatwaves.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Pineapple
38%
vs
26%
Patchouli
32%
vs
21%
Bergamot
22%
vs
25%
Musk
21%
vs
24%
Apple
20%
vs
28%
Cedar
17%
vs
19%
Jasmine
30%
Birch
23%
Blackcurrant
22%
Oakmoss
21%
Lemon
18%
Pink Pepper
17%
Ambroxan
17%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
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
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.
Seasons
The warm spicy-woody-ambery core with oud and sandalwood makes it ideal for cooler weather, especially fall and winter. It is wearable in spring's chill but too heavy for hot summer days.
Occasions
Its strong projection, rich woody warmth and oud presence suit formal and evening events. Can be worn casually with restraint, but is too commanding and dense for sport or overly close office environments.
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 6 of its 12 notes, including Bergamot, Pineapple, Patchouli
Adds leather and melon, drops ambroxan and birch
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