Alexandria Fragrances California Blues vs The Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense

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 AventusThe Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense — dupe of Creed Aventus

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances California BluesThe Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense
Overall rating7.9/10 · 1 review7.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/106.4/10
Projection7.5/106.8/10
Scent accuracy8.2/107.2/10
Value for money7.8/108.1/10
Price£39£33
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

The Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense

Top Notes

  • Blackcurrant
  • Italian Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Rose
  • Dry Birch
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Oakmoss
  • Ambergris
  • Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Musk

1 shared note.

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 The Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense (8.1/10)
  • Price: Wins The Essence Vault Inspired by Aventus - 200 - Intense (£33)

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