Clean Shaven 03 vs French Avenue Zenith Blue
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.
At a glance
Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and French Avenue Zenith Blue costs £39, so Clean Shaven 03 is £24.25 cheaper. They share 9 notes out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (64%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.
Clean Shaven 03
Clean Shaven 03 is the house's take on Bleu de Chanel, one of the best selling men's fragrances in the world, and the comparison is stated directly by the brand itself on the product page rather than inferred from note matching.
French Avenue Zenith Blue
French Avenue Zenith Blue is a fresh citrus aromatic woody fragrance recognised for its clean brightness, smooth musky woods and highly versatile modern signature appeal.
Comparison
| Clean Shaven 03 | French Avenue Zenith Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.8/10 · 1 review | 7.7/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Projection | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.8/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £14.75 | £39 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Chanel Bleu de Chanel | Chanel Bleu de Chanel |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Clean Shaven 03
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
9 shared notes.
How the notes differ
French Avenue Zenith Blue lists Pink Pepper, Iso E Super, Incense, Vetiver and Patchouli that Clean Shaven 03 does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Clean Shaven 03
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Both share Woody, Fresh, Citrus, Aromatic and Incense. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Amber. French Avenue Zenith Blue also lists Musky, Patchouli, Metallic and Resinous.
Vibes
Clean Shaven 03
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Both share Fresh and Clean. French Avenue Zenith Blue also lists Modern, Masculine and Confident.
Occasions
Clean Shaven 03
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Both share Signature and Office. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Evening and Daytime. French Avenue Zenith Blue also lists Social, Casual, Daily, Travel, Everyday, Gym and Year-round.
Performance
Clean Shaven 03
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Both share Versatile. French Avenue Zenith Blue also lists Subtle.
Style lane
Clean Shaven 03
French Avenue Zenith Blue
Clean Shaven 03 lists Woody aromatic. French Avenue Zenith Blue lists Citrus aromatic.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (7.5/10)
- Projection: Wins French Avenue Zenith Blue (6.8/10)
- Scent accuracy: Tie (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.8/10)
- Price: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (£14.75)
Clean Shaven 03 leads on longevity, value for money and lower price, while French Avenue Zenith Blue leads on projection. They are level on scent accuracy.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 03 has 1 community review and French Avenue Zenith Blue has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 03 or French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and French Avenue Zenith Blue costs £39, so Clean Shaven 03 is £24.25 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 03 or French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and French Avenue Zenith Blue 7.2 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.
Which projects more, Clean Shaven 03 or French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 6.5 out of 10 for projection and French Avenue Zenith Blue 6.8 out of 10, so French Avenue Zenith Blue rates higher.
Which is closer to Chanel Bleu de Chanel, Clean Shaven 03 or French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and French Avenue Zenith Blue 8.2 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which is better value, Clean Shaven 03 or French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and French Avenue Zenith Blue 8.5 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.
What notes do Clean Shaven 03 and French Avenue Zenith Blue share?
They share 9 notes: Grapefruit, Lemon, Mint, Ginger, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Labdanum.
Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 03 and French Avenue Zenith Blue?
Clean Shaven 03 is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime and Office. French Avenue Zenith Blue is tagged for Signature, Social, Casual, Office, Daily, Travel, Everyday, Gym and Year-round.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.