Is Zimaya Sharaf The Club a dupe of Creed Aventus?
Aventus EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2010 | Year | 2023 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $ |
Sharaf The Club EDP
Aventus and Sharaf The Club share a similar DNA, but diverge in execution. Aventus boasts a refined, balanced blend of pineapple and smoky birch, projecting a sophisticated confidence. Sharaf The Club, while inspired by Aventus, leans into a bolder, fruitier opening and a more challenging drydown, sacrificing some of Aventus's smoothness for a unique twist. The price difference is massive: Aventus is a luxury investment, while Sharaf offers an affordable alternative for those willing to experiment with a less polished, more daring interpretation. Performance varies with Sharaf.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Aventus
- Sharaf The Club
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the original and best Aventus experience.
- You prefer a smoother, more balanced fragrance.
- You value prestige and brand recognition.
- You want a reliable and consistent performer.
- You want a daring twist on the Aventus DNA.
- You're on a tight budget and love Aventus.
- You enjoy exploring fragrance clones.
- You want a fragrance that stands out.
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.
Pineapple and apple with smoky birch and oakmoss, closing on musky ambergris. Aventus territory with its own darker turn, a fruity sharp opening and a mature, earthy base.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Pineapple
17%
vs
22%
Birch
11%
vs
16%
Musk
11%
vs
9%
Bergamot
7%
vs
5%
Apple
5%
vs
13%
Oakmoss
4%
vs
11%
Jasmine
1%
vs
2%
Ambroxan
12% share of the perfume
Blackcurrant
9% share of the perfume
Patchouli
7% share of the perfume
Lemon
7% share of the perfume
Cedar
4% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
2% share of the perfume
Amber
13% share of the perfume
Ambergris
4% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
1% share of the perfume
Bergamot
7%
vs
5%
Apple
5%
vs
13%
Musk
11%
vs
9%
Oakmoss
4%
vs
11%
Ambroxan
12% share of the perfume
Birch
11% share of the perfume
Cedar
4% share of the perfume
Ambergris
4% share of the perfume
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
Juicy fruit and fresh smoke are best in spring and summer, and it is comfortable well into autumn.
Occasions
Bold and fruity, it shines on dates and casual outings. A little loud for the office.
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 7 of its 13 notes, including Musk, Bergamot, Birch
Adds ambroxan and blackcurrant, drops amber and ambergris
Where to buy
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