Masculine · Extrait · £35
Inspired by Creed Aventus.
Glitch is a futuristic smoky fruit Extrait de Parfum born from a collaboration between Mykonos and Indonesian creative influencer SetiawanAde, capturing the electric energy of modern smoky pineapple perfumery through a charred pineapple and bergamot opening, a lavender and artemisia heart, and a dense patchouli and cedarwood base that leaves a powerful and unforgettable trail. Product Overview Glitch is one of the most conceptually ambitious releases in the Mykonos collaborative series, produced in partnership with Indonesian creative influencer SetiawanAde and built around the idea of cyberpunk nightlife energy translated into fragrance. The name and concept are executed with genuine conviction, delivering a composition that feels genuinely modern and forward thinking rather than simply attaching a futuristic aesthetic to a generic fresh fragrance. It draws clear stylistic inspiration from the smoky pineapple DNA of Creed Aventus while incorporating the mineral smoothness associated with Sospiro Vibrato and Bvlgari Tygar, creating a hybrid that acknowledges its inspirations without being limited by them. The charred pineapple note is the defining element of the opening, giving Glitch an immediately distinctive and memorable character that separates it from the crowded field of Aventus inspired releases. Released as an Extrait de Parfum, the beast mode performance credentials make it one of the most impressive performers in the entire Mykonos catalogue. Scent Profile Glitch opens with a remarkable and multi dimensional burst of energy. Sicilian bergamot, crisp green apple, and tart grapefruit arrive together in a sharp, vibrant citrus and fruit accord that is immediately balanced by the most distinctive note of the fragrance, charred pineapple. This smoked, slightly dark pineapple quality gives the opening a genuinely fierce and modern character that transcends the typical fresh fruit opening, adding a complexity and depth that pulls the composition firmly into niche territory from the very first spray. The overall opening effect is electric and explosive without ever feeling harsh or synthetic. As the opening settles, the heart reveals a more structured and refined complexity. Fresh lavender adds a clean aromatic dimension, artemisia contributes a slightly bitter herbal edge that keeps the composition from becoming too sweet, and lily of the valley provides a soft, clean floral lift. Dried jasmine adds a quiet, slightly dusty floral depth rather than the loudness of fresh jasmine, keeping the heart sophisticated and understated. Pink pepper introduces a spicy energy that bridges the fruit of the opening with the florals of the heart, while a hint of vanilla adds a subtle warm sweetness that softens the transitions. The dry down is dense, confident, and thoroughly satisfying. Patchouli anchors everything with an earthy richness that gives the base genuine depth and longevity. Cedarwood adds a clean, dry woody structure, moss contributes a slightly damp classic chypre quality, and mineral amber adds a smooth warmth. White musk wraps the entire base in a clean, skin close softness that makes the final hours of wear consistently compelling. Technical Structure and Development Glitch develops with energy and intention across its three clearly defined phases. The opening charred pineapple and bergamot phase is the most explosive and distinctive, creating a genuinely memorable first impression that lasts roughly 30 to 45 minutes before the aromatic heart begins to emerge. The heart phase brings a more structured and sophisticated character, with the lavender and artemisia combination adding a classic fougère backbone that grounds the composition and prepares it for the richness of the base. The transition from heart to base is the most dramatic phase of the development, as the fruity brightness gives way entirely to the patchouli and cedarwood foundation. This transition is smooth and purposeful rather than abrupt, revealing the full beast mode potential of the Extrait concentration. Performance Longevity runs 9 to 12 hours on skin, making Glitch one of the strongest performers in the Mykonos catalogue for a fruit forward composition. The dense base of cedarwood, patchouli, and musk acts as a powerful anchor that extends the presence of the brighter top notes far beyond what standard concentrations would deliver. On fabric, performance extends significantly beyond skin longevity, with the patchouli and moss base frequently detectable for multiple days on clothing. Projection is strong throughout the opening and heart phases, creating a wide and attention grabbing aromatic bubble that radiates outward with genuine presence, making it highly effective in outdoor settings and evening wear where bold projection is welcome. Wear Scenarios - Autumn and winter evenings out - Nights out and social occasions where bold projection makes the right statement - Outdoor events and festival occasions - Date evenings calling for something memorable and distinctive - Cold weather daily wear for those who favour smoky and fruity signatures - Smart casual and evening social occasions - Occasions where standing out rather than blending in is the clear intention - Transitional season wear through late autumn Scent Family Positioning Glitch sits in the smoky fruity woody lane, within the charred pineapple and aromatic fougère cluster that defines the most distinctive and widely celebrated corner of contemporary unisex perfumery with a masculine lean. The moss and patchouli base gives it a classic chypre quality that anchors the modern futuristic concept in a timeless fragrance tradition, creating a composition that feels simultaneously contemporary and rooted. Inspired By and Style Comparisons Glitch is best understood as a modern, fruitier, and smokier take on the Creed Aventus DNA, sharing the iconic charred pineapple and bergamot opening while incorporating the mineral smoothness of Sospiro Vibrato and the clean woody refinement of Bvlgari Tygar in the mid section and settling phase. The charred pineapple note on Glitch is arguably more prominent and darker than on Aventus, giving the opening a more intense and immediately distinctive character. Those familiar with Alexandria Fragrances or Armaf Club de Nuit Intense in the Aventus inspired category will find that Glitch occupies a more sophisticated and complex position within the same DNA family. Flankers and Variations Glitch is a limited collaboration release within the Mykonos catalogue, produced in partnership with SetiawanAde and carrying the collectible status of the Mykonos collaboration series alongside Empire and MyEgo. It represents the most overtly bold and masculine adjacent point in the range, sitting at the opposite end of the scent spectrum from the sweet feminine releases like Affair and Baby Love. Within the collaboration series it shares the bold and confident energy of Empire while pursuing a darker, smokier, and more complex direction. Market and Community Reception Glitch has generated some of the most enthusiastic community responses of any release in the Mykonos collaboration series, particularly among fragrance enthusiasts already familiar with the Aventus DNA who are looking for a more modern, distinctive, and exceptionally performing alternative. Community feedback consistently highlights the charred pineapple opening as the standout achievement, with reviewers noting that it avoids the harsh synthetic quality that undermines many cheaper alternatives in this DNA family. The beast mode longevity receives repeated praise, with multiple reviewers noting that the patchouli and cedarwood base remains detectable on clothing for days after wear. Glitch is widely regarded as one of the most impressive performers in the Mykonos catalogue and a strong recommendation for anyone seeking a premium smoky pineapple signature with genuine complexity and a distinctively modern edge.
1 reviews with an average rating of 8.3 out of 10.
Glitch earns its position as one of the most distinctive releases in the Mykonos catalogue through the quality and conviction of its charred pineapple opening. Where most budget alternatives in this DNA family produce a thin, synthetic version of the smoky pineapple note, Glitch delivers a genuinely dark and complex charred quality that immediately signals something beyond standard territory. The aromatic fougère heart adds a classic structural sophistication, and the patchouli and moss base delivers beast mode longevity that most fragrances at this price point simply cannot match.
Those who love Creed Aventus and want a darker, fruitier, and exceptionally performing alternative at a fraction of the price. Also ideal for buyers who enjoy the Aventus DNA but find the standard version too light or short-lived, as Glitch addresses both of those limitations through its Extrait concentration and dense woody base. A natural recommendation for anyone seeking a bold, attention-commanding signature for evenings, outdoor occasions, and cold weather wear.
Those who prefer clean, light, or feminine profiles should avoid Glitch entirely. It is unambiguously bold, smoky, and projection-heavy, with a charred quality in the opening that is not suited to office environments, warm weather, or situations where restraint is required. Anyone who finds the patchouli and moss combination too earthy in the settling phase will also find the base challenging.
Against Creed Aventus, Glitch captures the charred pineapple and bergamot opening with genuine accuracy while pushing the smokiness and fruitiness of that note further than the original. The Aventus settling phase is lighter and cleaner, while Glitch commits to a denser patchouli and moss base that delivers significantly better longevity. For buyers whose priority is performance and the intensity of the charred pineapple experience rather than the prestige of the Creed bottle, Glitch is the stronger choice in almost every measurable dimension.
If the smokiness of Glitch feels too intense, Empire from the same house offers a similarly bold and confident profile built around crisp citrus and tropical freshness rather than charred fruit and dark woods. For those who want to stay in the woody and aromatic space but with less projection and drama, California provides a more classically structured and universally flattering alternative built around lavender and teak wood rather than patchouli and charred pineapple.