Question 1

What's the difference between 5th Avenue and Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

5th Avenue is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elizabeth Arden (1996) dominated by Floral accords. Pure Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (2004) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 4 accords: White Floral, Sweet, Powdery, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, 5th Avenue or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 5th Avenue scores 3.86/5 vs Pure Poison at 4.04/5. On r/fragrance, 5th Avenue sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Pure Poison is 6.8/10 (mixed). Pure Poison's standout strength: Unique velvety, enveloping character with clean notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 5th Avenue and Pure Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Sweet, Powdery, Citrus, Bergamot. 5th Avenue: No community opinions about '5th Avenue' by Elizabeth Arden were found in the provided Reddit discussion threads. Pure Poison: Pure Poison divides the r/fragrance community with passionate fans calling it angelic, sensual, and versatile, while detractors find it chemical or overly powdery.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 5th Avenue or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Pure Poison: Long-lasting and good performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 5th Avenue vs Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

5th Avenue scores highest for spring wear; Pure Poison scores highest for winter wear. 5th Avenue leans daytime, Pure Poison leans daytime.

5th Avenue vs Pure Poison

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (6)

Unique to 5th Avenue (14)

Unique to Pure Poison (4)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — 5th Avenue

Community Sentiment Pulse — Pure Poison

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Attribute	5th Avenue	Pure Poison
Brand	Elizabeth Arden	Dior
Year	1996	2004
Rating	3.86	4.04
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	20	10