Agua Brava Eau de Parfum bottle Agua Brava
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1968 Year 2022
£ Price Tier £
Avant Eau de Parfum bottle Avant

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Agua Brava is a divisive classic: some find it a timeless, masculine masterpiece with an aromatic, woody soul, while others dismiss it as a fleeting scent more akin to an old-school aftershave or even insect repellent. Its low price makes it tempting, but don't expect powerhouse performance.
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Our Verdict - Avant Eau de Parfum
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. While some find its smoky take on a classic DNA a bargain, a significant chunk of folks reckon it smells like burnt sausages, dirty campfires, or rotten veg. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're feeling adventurous and have ten quid to spare.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 20%
Floral 6% 13%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 23% 16%
Sweet 4% 5%
Warm 14% 13%
Woody 24% 16%
Earthy 16% 18%
Animalic 7% 7%
Fresh 23% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Agua Brava EdP
Avant EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 21% vs 34%
Bergamot 20% vs 36%
Only in Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Lavender 22% Juniper 19% Sage 18%
Only in Avant Eau de Parfum
Green 28%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 18% vs 43%
Patchouli 14% vs 30%
Musk 14% vs 26%
Only in Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Oakmoss 20% Leather 16% Sandalwood 16%

Accords

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum Avant Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
75%
52%
Citrus
100%
67%
Fresh Spicy
80%
77%
Woody
60%
Green
58%
45%
Earthy
52%
47%
Warm Spicy
47%
Aromatic shared
100%
75%
Citrus shared
52%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
67%
80%
Woody shared
77%
60%
58%
Earthy shared
45%
52%
Warm Spicy shared
47%
47%

Performance

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum Avant Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its fresh, herbal character and generally poor longevity make it best suited for casual, outdoor activities or as a post-shower refresh. While some mention it for the office, its short lifespan and old-school vibe don't make it an ideal choice for formal or date settings.

Avant Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its intensely smoky character makes it a bit much for a formal setting or the office, but its fresh, energetic opening suits casual wear and even sport. The divisive nature of the smoke means it's a risky pick for a date, but could work if your date enjoys an unusual smoky scent.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Agua Brava Eau de Parfum
Avant Eau de Parfum
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