Elite Man Eau de Parfum bottle Elite Man
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2022 Year 2021
£ Price Tier £
Black Leather Eau de Parfum bottle Black Leather

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Elite Man
A surprisingly decent, budget-friendly take on a fruity-chypre for the everyday. Don't expect beast mode, but do expect a cheerful, fresh aroma that punches above its weight in scent quality, if not in longevity.
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Our Verdict - Black Leather
This budget-friendly Aventus clone delivers solid everyday performance, a true steal for the price. Don't expect perfection, but it certainly scratches that Creed itch without breaking the bank.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 10%
Floral 19% 16%
Fruity 14% 22%
Green 7% 11%
Sweet 23% 17%
Warm 14% 11%
Woody 9% 8%
Earthy 21% 20%
Animalic 11% 16%
Fresh 10% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Elite Man EdP
Black Leather EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 30% vs 23%
Blackcurrant 23% vs 30%
Pineapple 23% vs 30%
Only in Elite Man
Pepper 23%
Only in Black Leather
Apple 15%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 27% vs 50%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 25% vs 36%
Amber 25% vs 18%
Only in Elite Man
Vanilla 25% Musk 25%
Only in Black Leather
Leather 27% Suede 18%

Accords

Elite Man Black Leather
100%
Citrus
55%
100%
Fresh Spicy
52%
62%
Fruity
100%
Mossy
67%
65%
Amber
55%
65%
Vanilla
65%
Sweet
58%
Leather
63%
Woody
57%
Earthy
56%
54%
Aromatic
52%
Powdery
Animalic
51%
48%
Tropical
Citrus shared
100%
55%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
52%
Fruity shared
62%
100%
67%
Amber shared
65%
55%
65%
Sweet shared
65%
58%
63%
57%
56%
54%
52%
51%
48%

Performance

Elite Man Black Leather
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Elite Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and fruity profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear or after-sport refreshment, perfect for those 'quick errands' as one review states. However, its noted short projection means it won't dominate an office environment, and it lacks the gravitas for formal evenings.

Black Leather

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its average performance and versatile fruity-leather profile make it ideal for casual daily wear, though it might be a bit too relaxed for formal events. Reviewers specifically highlight its use as a 'daily driver', suggesting its suitability for casual outings and even the office given its moderate sillage.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
89%
Accord
58%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Amber accords and Bergamot, Blackcurrant notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Elite Man
Black Leather
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