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Aventus Eau de Parfum bottle Aventus EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2010 Year 2020
££££ Price Tier £
Principle Eau de Toilette bottle Principle EDT
Our Verdict

While both Aventus and Principle share fruity, woody, and citrus elements, they cater to different needs and budgets. Aventus boasts a richer, more complex profile with its signature pineapple and smoky birch, projecting confidence and luxury. Principle, on the other hand, offers a lighter, fresher, and more affordable experience, ideal for everyday wear. The key difference lies in the depth and sophistication - Aventus is a statement fragrance, while Principle is a casual, easy-to-wear alternative. If you want a compliment monster, choose Aventus. If you want a dumb reach, go for Principle.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Aventus if...
  • You want a long-lasting, attention-grabbing scent.
  • You appreciate complex, high-quality ingredients.
  • You want a fragrance with strong projection and sillage.
  • You want a signature scent that exudes confidence.
Choose Principle if...
  • You're looking for a budget-friendly daily fragrance.
  • You prefer a lighter, more subtle scent profile.
  • You want a versatile fragrance for casual occasions.
  • You want something inoffensive for office wear.
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 - Principle EDT
Principle is a fresh and budget-friendly choice, offering a light citrus and fruity scent suitable for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aventus EDP
Principle EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 18% vs 53%
Shared Notes
Musk 21% vs 57%
Cedar 17% vs 42%

Accords

Aventus Principle
95%
Fruity
70%
60%
Citrus
90%
70%
Woody
40%
60%
Smoky
50%
Fresh
45%
Leather
45%
Sweet
Musky
30%
Fruity shared
95%
70%
Citrus shared
60%
90%
Woody shared
70%
40%
60%
50%
45%
45%
30%

Performance

Aventus Principle
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

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.

Principle

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Principle is predominantly fresh and fruity, making it ideal for warmer months like spring and summer. Its lighter profile is less suited to colder seasons.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its light and fresh profile is perfect for casual outings, daytime dates, and a refreshing presence in the office. Less suited to formal or sporty settings due to its low intensity.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
55%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fruity, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Aventus EDP
Principle EDT
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