Question 1

What's the difference between Desir du Coeur and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Desir du Coeur is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thomas Kosmala (2020) dominated by Musky accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 3 accords: Musky, Citrus, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Desir du Coeur or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Desir du Coeur scores 3.87/5 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 Desir du Coeur and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Musky, Citrus, Sweet, Musk. 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, Desir du Coeur 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 Desir du Coeur vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Desir du Coeur scores highest for all seasons wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Desir du Coeur leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Desir du Coeur vs Aventus

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Desir du Coeur (3)

Unique to Aventus (12)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Desir du Coeur	Aventus
Brand	Thomas Kosmala	Creed
Year	2020	2010
Rating	3.87	4.32
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	4	13