Question 1

What's the difference between Lafayette Street and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Lafayette Street is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bond No 9 (2018) dominated by Amber 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, Citrus, Woody, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Lafayette Street or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lafayette Street scores 4.41/5 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 Lafayette Street and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Citrus, Woody, Musky, Bergamot. 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, Lafayette Street 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 Lafayette Street vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Lafayette Street scores highest for spring wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Lafayette Street leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Lafayette Street vs Aventus

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Lafayette Street (6)

Unique to Aventus (10)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	Lafayette Street	Aventus
Brand	Bond No 9	Creed
Year	2018	2010
Rating	4.41	4.32
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	9	13