Alexandria Fragrances California Blues vs House of Watan Veritas Black

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 Veritas Black — dupe of Creed Aventus

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances California BluesHouse of Watan Veritas Black
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
GenderMasculineMasculine
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 Veritas Black

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Blackcurrant
  • Apple
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Smoked Pineapple
  • Patchouli
  • Moroccan Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Birch
  • White Musk
  • Oakmoss
  • Cedarwood
  • Ambroxan

Shared Notes

  • Lemon
  • Bergamot
  • Cedarwood

3 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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