Question 1

What's the difference between Bold As Love and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bold As Love is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thameen (2024) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Leather, Citrus, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Bold As Love or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bold As Love scores 3.75/5 vs Aventus at 4.32/5. Aventus's standout strength: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Bold As Love and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Leather, Citrus, Woody, Pineapple. Aventus: Aventus is respected within the r/fragrance community as a high-performing, universally compliment-worthy fragrance with revolutionary fruity chypre characteristics.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bold As Love or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Aventus: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Bold As Love vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bold As Love scores highest for all seasons wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Bold As Love leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Bold As Love vs Aventus

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Bold As Love (7)

Unique to Aventus (10)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Aventus

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Attribute	Bold As Love	Aventus
Brand	Thameen	Creed
Year	2024	2010
Rating	3.75	4.32
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	10	13