MAISON ASRAR 2025 EDP

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Vanguard

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MAISON ASRAR Vanguard is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025. Vanguard opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, and Apple, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley, Carnation, Cardamom, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Cedar, and Oakmoss. MAISON ASRAR's Vanguard carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This much-hyped clone of Aventus Absolu is a divisive beast. Some swear it's a 1:1 dupe, praising its smooth blend and impressive performance for the price. Others blast it for poor longevity, synthetic notes, and falling short of the original. Try before you buy, but expect a vibrant, fruity-woody affair.
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  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
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Vanguard Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Absolu Aventus by Creed
73%
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Absolu Aventus the original Vanguard inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold, projecting nature and fruity-woody accords make it better suited for casual and date settings, where its presence can be appreciated without being overpowering. While some users find it professional enough for work, its strength makes it less ideal for enclosed office environments.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Vanguard punches hard with a vibrant, juicy opening of blackcurrant, pineapple, and crisp apple, brightened by zesty bergamot and grapefruit with a hint of pink pepper. The heart introduces a sophisticated warmth with spicy ginger and cardamom alongside delicate lily of the valley. It settles into a rich, masculine base where smooth leather, earthy oakmoss, and deep musk intertwine with cedar and a touch of ambergris, creating a powerful, lasting trail.

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