Question 1

What's the difference between So Citrus and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

So Citrus is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Richard James (2020) dominated by Citrus accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 3 accords: Citrus, Musky, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, So Citrus or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, So Citrus scores 3.83/5 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 So Citrus and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Citrus, Musky, Fruity, Lemon, 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, So Citrus 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 So Citrus vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

So Citrus scores highest for spring wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. So Citrus leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

So Citrus vs Aventus

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to So Citrus (7)

Unique to Aventus (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	So Citrus	Aventus
Brand	Richard James	Creed
Year	2020	2010
Rating	3.83	4.32
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	11	13