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Executive
$39 · 73% similar to Aventus (our rating)
Opens on bergamot, pineapple and apple, giving way to birch and jasmine, anchored by musk, oakmoss and ambergris. Deep and woody, projecting with quiet, self-assured presence.
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What does Executive smell like?
Executive opens with bergamot, pineapple, apple, a heart of birch, jasmine, over a base of musk, oakmoss, ambergris.
Is Executive a good alternative to Aventus?
In our subjective opinion, Executive smells about 73% similar to Creed Aventus. Opens on bergamot, pineapple and apple, giving way to birch and jasmine, anchored by musk, oakmoss and ambergris. Deep and woody, projecting with quiet, self-assured presence.
Can you layer Executive with other fragrances?
Yes — Executive is one of the bottles LayerDen members use in our step-by-step layer suites. The full layering recipes are part of membership.
How much does Executive cost?
Executive is around $39, versus $445 for the original Aventus.
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