Alexandria Fragrances California Blues vs House of Watan Velvet

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Creed Aventus.

Alexandria Fragrances California Blues — dupe of Creed AventusHouse of Watan Velvet — dupe of Creed Aventus

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances California BluesHouse of Watan Velvet
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 reviewsNo rating
Longevity8.0/10No rating
Projection7.5/10No rating
Scent accuracy8.2/10No rating
Value for money7.8/10No rating
Price£39£39.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byCreed AventusCreed Aventus

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Alexandria Fragrances California Blues

Top Notes

  • Lemon
  • Marine Notes
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Lavender
  • Rosemary
  • Neroli

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Amber
  • Cedarwood

House of Watan Velvet

Top Notes

  • Blackcurrant
  • Lemon
  • Bergamot
  • Blackberry
  • Raspberry

Heart Notes

  • Violet
  • Basil
  • Rose
  • Wild Strawberry
  • Lily of the Valley

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Ambroxan
  • Oakmoss
  • Patchouli
  • Sandalwood

Shared Notes

  • Lemon
  • Bergamot

2 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Alexandria Fragrances California Blues (8.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Alexandria Fragrances California Blues (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances California Blues (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Alexandria Fragrances California Blues (7.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Alexandria Fragrances California Blues (£39)

See the full California Blues breakdown

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