Is French Avenue Chaos a dupe of Maison Crivelli Cuir Infrarouge?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This raspberry leather-oud hybrid is a properly divisive beast. Some find it a sophisticated, juicy leather dream, others a harsh, synthetic nightmare. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it are absolutely obsessed.
Chaos lives up to its name, a truly divisive fragrance that you'll either adore or absolutely loathe. Expect a heavy, synthetic cherry-leather that swings from 'masterpiece' to 'mechanic's workshop' depending on who's sniffing. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, distinctive scent profile, this is definitely not an office-friendly fragrance. It shines brightest on dates or formal evening events where its bold and sensual character can truly stand out, though some find it a bit much even for a casual night out.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and potent leather-cherry combination, Chaos is far too overpowering for an office environment. It shines on a date or for formal evening wear, where its bold and mysterious character can make a statement without overwhelming. Its intensity makes it unsuitable for casual daytime wear or sport.
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 3 of its 10 notes, including Leather, Vanilla, Iris
Adds bergamot and cedar, drops cherry and oakmoss
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Cuir Infrarouge Extrait
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