Club de Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition Parfum

The bad reviews here are nearly libelous. I'm here to do my part in correcting the record as I see it. This is a spectacular substitute for Aventus, and there's no way around that. I own a 100ml bottle of the real stuff (batch F001324). I got a little addicted and wanted to spray a little haphazardly, especially for personal use after a shower when I have no intention of going out, without being taxed $200 every year when it runs out. CDNIM LE Parfum is great if you want something like Aventus on a budget. It's great if you want something like Aventus in a parfum concentration and don't like the moss in Nishane's Hacivat or Afnan's Supremacy Not Only Intense. It's great if you've never even smelled Aventus and want a reliable, year-round, daily scent that is masculine and not overly aquatic or sweet. It's great if you already have Aventus, but the price makes you want to savor those sprays for special occasions; and you want something close-enough, to lather on thick, wear to work, or simply not have to be so mindful of. All in all, CDNIM LE is pretty fantastic for the money. My bottle of Aventus has a bit better projection, though my CDNIM LE is brand new and hasn't at all macerated yet. However, I suspect even post-maceration, its parfum concentration won't lend itself to the same level of loftiness as Aventus. The LE has great sillage though. Aventus has a brighter and much longer lasting pineapple opening. It's beautiful, and the hype on that is real. It's lofty and the projection in that phase definitely catches a lot of positive attention. The bergamot/pineapple note in Aventus, in my opinion, is worth the price of admission, one of the best in the whole fragrance world, but is simply not worth the premium over CDNIM LE, at least for the purpose daily wear... unless you really have that kind of cheddar. Especially when considering it's gone in 45 minutes-1.5 hours regardless. Regardless, there are certain occasions where you just can't cheat yourself out of the real thing. Weddings, interviews, business meetings that really count. Aventus is more than worth its price on those days. If you really love CDNIM LE, get yourself a decant of Aventus and use it for those truly special days when you really want/need to stand a little taller, smile a little brighter, and be the best version of yourself. I almost resent how much I love this, but I also just love it. I love how affordable and accessible it is. Just buy it if you're on the fence. The bad reviews are either disingenuous, have never smelled Aventus, or are written in some other variety of bad faith. You can't in any way reasonably be upset about this if you're familiar with Aventus and are seeking something close. The 'moldy lemon' comments, to me, respectfully, seem fraudulent... I'm going to buy a bottle of the non-limited edition Pure Parfum, to see if it truly is the same as the LE, as many others have suggested. If so, it would be worth the price to avoid the nice, but excessive packaging that comes with the LE, and get a better bang for your buck with the 150ml Pure Parfum bottle, compared to the 100ml LE. I'll report back when that comes in.

Gun to my head, if I had to own one Club de Nuit Intense Man perfume, this is it, point blank, period. I'm comparing this to many other CDNIMs so sit tight, this'll be a while. Presentation is horrendous, box is great, but not the bottle, still tacky. The scent, woah. I've owned every CDNIM, from the EDT, EDP, PP, and the oil and used all of them, despite my collection size, they're that good. Everyone knows that CDNIM is build base heavy, Aventus is top-heavy, the openings aren't going to fool anyone side by side, CDNIM is made for the dry-down, always has, always will be, even back to the silver-sprayer days, across the EDT to Pure Parfum, they're all pretty scratchy, until the dry down, which is the 'goldilocks zone'. This comes the closest to making the opening really pleasant AND close, quite difficult to do. Still too citrusy but WAY LESS scratchy, its smoother, sweeter, fresher, and just plain better. The mid is the best of all the CDNIMs, and it's not close, not only does the opening smell the closest and best across them all, but it takes the least amount of time to properly 'smooth out' the scent from opening to mid. That scratchiness has all but been completely smoothed out, almost everything smells higher quality here, comparing to the EDP, which is more citrusy and muskier compared to the PP and less scratchy compared to the EDT, the EDP feels almost flat in direct comparison. The pepper and musk make a world of difference as well as the higher quality oils. The dry down is even better here that the other CDNIMs, both being airy yet present, almost paradoxically. Aventus used to have that charm of being top-heavy yet still persisting on your skin, this emulates that relatively well, considering the price disparity. The performance, also great here. I did however notice a big performance buff after I let the perfume 'macerate' which kind of sucks because it means you have to wait for the scent to be as loud and full as it can be, but I get 8-9 hours and a couple more as a skin scent, crazy good. Only the PP beats this, which is heavier, sweeter, smokier and earthier than this (also scratchier :P). The price has been inconsistent due to scalpers doing what they do best, but even official channels and grey market lenders have this over $150, which for a CDNIM is steep. Is it worth it? Absolutely yes. Of course, if you don't mind the risk of a fake and can find it cheaper, that's all the more reason to get this but yes, this is expensive in comparison to something like the PP or the oil, my other CDNIM ride to die. I don't even need to say it, but this is more versatile than the other CDNIMs because of how smooth this is. Any day, any weather. Phenomenal for Australian Summer, just moderate your sprays, please, for the people around you. A timeless DNA where anyone of any age can wear this and smell great, there's a reason there's millions of Aventus clones. The definitive CDNIM ~$150 AUD = 9/10

Armaf - CDNIM Parfum (Limited Edition) There is no doubt in the fact that CDNIM is the best clone of ‘Creed - Aventus’ available in local and international market, recently i bought CDNIM (Limited Edition - Parfum) which was released in 2020-21* LE Parfum opens up with Spicy Citruses and a touch of Smoky Pineapple (No harshness, No synthetic vibe) Mid phase of the fragrance is little bit Sweet and Woody but the real magic begins in the Dry-down of the fragrance It’s Smoky, Dusty, Spicy, Woody, Leathery, Musky. LE Parfum reminds me of vintage Aventus batches, As we all know performance of the current batches of Aventus is disappointing and this has caused an unusual demand of old batches even at a higher than normal pricing. CDNIM LE Parfum is the closest Aventus clone I’ve ever tested. Nothing more, Nothing less (just like Vintage Aventus) Obviously the performance is better than CDNIM EDT, EDP and EDP LE. If we talk about longevity and performance as we all know it varies from person to person depending on many factors like body chemistry, weather, temperature, etc. For me: LE Parfum lasted around 8-12hrs* Projection is good but not very loud, maybe it’s because of high oil concentration. Should you buy it?? If you already own (CDNIM Pure Parfum 150ml) Then you don’t need to buy this one because there’s no difference between them (except the luxury box/presentation and i feel LE Parfum is slightly more Smoky than regular Pure Parfum) If you don’t have any CDNIM variant and you’re planning to buy then go for CDNIM Pure Parfum 150ml (More Juice, Better Price Value) Batch Reviewed: 323364 Production Date: 01/2021 Made In UAE Status: Available Fragrance Profile: Citrus, Fruity, Floral, White Floral, Sweet, Leather, Woody, Smoky, Amber, Fresh, Spicy, Fresh, Musky, Animalic, Aromatic. Fragrance Notes: Top: Bergamot, Pineapple, Pink Pepper, Lime, Black Pepper, Lemon. Mid: Jasmine, Rose, Freesia, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Birch, Ambergris, Leather, Patchouli, Cedarwood, White Musk, Ambroxan. Gender: Men. Season: All Seasons. Occasion: All Occasions. Uniqueness: 7/10 Scent: 9/10 Sillage: 7/10 Projection: 7/10 Longevity: 9/10 Performance: 9/10 Affordability: 7/10 Blind Buy: 8/10 Mass Pleasing: 9/10 Overall: 9/10 Note: Whatever is mentioned above is my personal opinion based on my personal experience. Other community members may differ and I do respect opinion of others. Thank you, Peace ✌🏻

What can I really say that hasn't already been said. There are so many Aventus clones and inspired by fragrances on the market its hard to judge each one individually. Here's what I can offer owning both the Original and a handful of inspired by Aventus like frags that I have and that I've tried I tend to Gravitate to this one quite often even over the original (Yes mainly because of the price point I don't feel so bad going through a bottle of this) but also because I Love the dark smokiness this one has to offer but also does not drown out the fresh citrus' I find it very intoxicating and cant get enough of it also the pronounced birch accord that I so deeply tie to Aventus that some of the other inspired by frags lack which isn't always bad I just love the birch personally. Some people harp on the harsh lemony opening that CDNIM has and I know this version has smoothed it out but even on the original CDNIM I never really minded the opening albeit I do wish there was more pineapple coming across. All and all I think this version is superior and as of right now is my favorite alternative to Creed this DNA is just something I personally adore even through all the other inspired by frags that flood the market. Id say this is a fairly safe blind buy can be worn in all seasons just adjust the sprays Day or Night you can pull this off and if you've never experienced this DNA this is a great take IMO. If you want a cleaner less deep/complex version of the original Creed DNA that's both affordable and done at a designer quality pick up Mont Black Explorer (Note its missing the birch accord that I love but it nails that fresh citrus woodiness that embody what Aventus is) the performance is not nearly as good as this one at least on my skin but its probably one of the safest blind buys on this DNA available. My personal Ratings Scent: 9/10 Longevity: 9/10 Projection: 8/10 Price: 9/10 (In comparison to the OG for what you get) Overall: 9/10

First, this is not an Aventus dupe, nor is it simply a more intense version of Club De Nuit Intense Man. I recently received this fragrance as a Father’s Day gift from my son, who paid close attention to my wish list. Based on reviews, I expected something similar to my existing bottle of CDNIM EDP—just without the sharp lemon opening that many find divisive. But from the very first spray, it was clear: this scent stands on its own. A Bold and Unexpected Opening Limited Edition minimizes the lemon top note and instead opens with a bold, smoky leather accord, accompanied by what I can only describe as grilled pineapple. In my experience, when cedar mixes with fruit, it transforms the fruit’s character—making it smell as though it’s been smoked or charred. That’s exactly the vibe I get here, and it gives the scent a rugged, masculine presence right away. The Evolution: Smoke Settles, Pineapple Shines As the fragrance dries down, the intense smokiness begins to mellow. This allows the pineapple to come forward more clearly, creating a better balance between fruit and woods. The leather and cedar remain present but no longer dominate, giving the scent a more refined and wearable character. Aventus DNA with a Distinct Identity While it shares a few familiar notes with Aventus, this is far from a clone. It’s darker, smokier, and far more leather-forward. The fruit is more subdued, making this scent feel deeper and richer—better suited for evenings or cooler weather. I wouldn't recommend it for hot summer days, contrary to what some other reviews suggest. A New Addition to My Favorites What truly sets Limited Edition apart is how it brings together many of my favorite scent profiles: the pineapple brightness of Aventus, combined with the smoky cedar and rich leather reminiscent of Tom Ford’s premium line. It’s earned a spot in my favorites list—not because it met my expectations, but because it surprised me in the best possible way.

Hello good people of Fragrantica, I finally had the chance to test Club De Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition yesterday. I went with just one spray on the back of my hand to really focus on the scent profile and performance and wow, this one impressed me! 🔥 Performance For a single spray, the longevity was outstanding. It easily pushed past 8 hours, with solid arm’s length projection for a big portion of that time. For anyone who values performance, this one absolutely delivers. 👃 Scent Profile The scent is extremely close to: -Armaf Club De Nuit Precieux 1 -Absolu Aventus by Creed -Hacivat by Nishane Since Absolu Aventus is my signature scent, I immediately fell in love with CDNI Man LE. Especially in the opening phase, the similarity is striking. It’s honestly hard to tell them apart at first. That rich, fruity smoky freshness hits in a very familiar and satisfying way. Interestingly, it also smells very close to CDN Precieux-1, which now makes me want to do a proper side by side test, one spray on each hand just to really pinpoint the differences between them. 💎 Presentation & Value This wasn’t a cheap pickup (I paid a bit over 90€), but considering: -The excellent performance -The beautiful scent profile -The high-quality bottle and packaging ...I’m genuinely happy with the purchase. It feels premium and smells premium. ⭐ Final Thoughts If you love the DNA of Absolu Aventus or enjoy the style of Hacivat, this is an easy recommendation. Strong performance, fantastic similarity in the opening, and great overall value for what you get. I’m very glad I added this one to my collection.

CDNLE opens with smooth smoky fruits supported by citrus and pepper. The fruit reads as dark syrupy fruitiness rather than a clear pineapple. A rich ambery smoky haze appears immediately, giving the scent depth. Pepper in the background adds subtle spice, but the overall impression is well blended and smooth, without the harsh citrus cleaner effect sometimes associated with other versions. Within the first hour the smoky character becomes deeper and richer. The fruitiness becomes less distinct and fades gradually. Brief moments of clean brightness appear on the edges before settling into a musky background. By hour two the fragrance dries out noticeably, shifting into a warm amber profile with most of the sweetness gone. From there CDNLE remains in ambery smoky territory with subtle dryness. The smokiness slowly softens while warm amber remains the dominant impression. Light woodiness from Cedar in the background, and the scent maintains a clean, crisp character. Performance Longevity: ~7+ hours Projection: Moderate early, gradually becoming a skin scent around hours 4–5. The Drydown was surprisingly strong and had great projection. Having tried CDN EDT, this was considerably better. I actually gave away the EDT as I could not get past the harsh opening. The LE was much smoother, smokier and fruitier, with a similar drydown compared to the EDT. A substantial improvement on the original; I would have just liked the fruits to have a tad more pop in the early stages and a little more woodiness in the drydown. 8/10

I LOVE Aventus... I have Aventus, Aventus cologne and the coveted Absolut Aventus. I don't care if "it's time is up" or passe or whatever. It's a masterpiece. PERIOD. Aventus will be around long after my time is up. Now, as far as CDNILE goes, this ain't Aventus. BUT it's a great clone!! Great. Upon initial spray, it has a less than smooth scent and an educated nose is NOT going to confuse it with the OG. However, upon dry down it's a REMARKABLE clone. I've A:B'ed them a number of times and if you can seriously point out any material difference between this clone and the OG, all I have to say is MAZEL TOV TO YOU! Yeah, there may be a slight difference, but it's immaterial and it's not unpleasant. The longevity is very good and it remains true to the OG for the majority of the dry down going into the skin scent after several hours (6++.) I like using CDNILE during the week or those not-so-special times when I don't want to waste the OG. If you're looking for an Aventus clone, this is your baby. I have at least a half dozen (read at least a dozen) other clones, but this one is the champ. Not even close - but give it a little time to dry down. Look, at the end of the day it's Absolut Aventus that is the real king, and the Aventus and the cologne have their place. CDNILE is a wonderful alternative to those that aren't willing to spend hundreds on the OG or its flankers. Overall - 9.0 / 10.0

In my opinion this is a great fragrance, a clone of the older batches of Creed Aventus which had a smoky tone but has its own twist. I have had experience with a sample of a 2012 batch that had the smoky birch balancing the pineapple freshness beautifully, which I’m reminded of when I wear this CDNIM Limited edition. Obviously a step down in terms of quality but the average nose wouldn’t be able to tell, especially in the air. I also currently have a 2017 batch of Aventus which has more of a focus on pineapple, whereas this one has lemon paired with pineapple. CDNIM LE performs just as good if not better than my Aventus, it lasts 8+ hours and has a medium projection with very good sillage. It’s easy to go nose blind to this one, so spray it away from in front of you if you’re having performance issues. In summary, this will always have a place in my collection. It is signature scent worthy, versatile for any occasion and season except maybe very high heat and extreme cold. For what you get its fantastic value for the price, if you’re not big on colognes buying just this will have you covered. I’ve heard Aventus recent batches have gone down in performance since being bought and sold by BlackRock. So this can extend the life of your Aventus if you have one already.

Right... this one's a sore point. Club de Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition Parfum by Armaf. Proper posh bottle, strong stuff. Lemon, pineapple, that smoky woody base. Smells like money. Like you've made it. I had a bottle in the office. Wore it a few times. Got a couple of nods. Nice. Then I pop down to the warehouse for five minutes – come back and it's gone. Guess who? Finchy. Little sod must've nicked it while I was out. Christmas party rolls round... and he's absolutely reeking of it. Smelling like a million quid. All the girls are round him going 'Ooh Chris, you smell amazing!' Compliments left, right and centre. Next thing I hear, he's in the disabled toilet with some temp from accounts and she's... well, let's just say she was very complimentary. On her knees, showing her appreciation, if you know what I mean. Meanwhile I'm there in my same old aftershave, getting polite smiles from the ladies. Typical. He steals my scent and suddenly he's the office stud. The fragrance itself? Beast. Strong projection, lasts forever. Proper Aventus vibes but cheaper. I'd rate it a nine out of ten. But would I recommend it? Only if you work alone. Otherwise some little rat like Finchy will pinch it and use it to pull at the Christmas do. Anyway. Back to work

I have tried both Club De Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition (CDNIM) and Creed Aventus. A few hours before writing this review I even sprayed one on each arm to compare the two and here are my findings: The openings are different but incredible in their own ways. Aventus leads more with a sweeter pineapple and seems to be very well balanced and makes the higher quality ingredients more prominent as it goes from the opening into the dry down 30 minutes after applying. CDNIM opens with a bright citrus but is still so well balanced with the woody notes. It can come off brighter in the first 30 minutes but it quickly gets refined and even more balanced and blended. After about 30-60 minutes both fragrances are actually VERY similar except CDNIM still has a nice dominant citrus note that hovers over the darker woody and musk notes. After about 3 hours, CDNIM is still projecting extremely well and Aventus has died off to basically just a skin scent. The main difference is the opening as most people know, and as much as I would like to jump on the 'Creed Aventus' band wagon, I just prefer Club De Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition. The difference is so profound that even if both of them where inexpensive at the $60 range, I'd still choose CDNIM.

it fills me with great joy to know that aventus jock riders mald at the existence of this and feed themselves whatever lies are necessary to help cope with the fact that... CDNIMLEP lasts longer and projects further than any aventus batch over the last like half a decade. CDNIMLEP literally lasts like 12+ hours on skin and fills up a room for the first few hours. CDNIMLEP smells like aventus did in the first few years pre heavy reformulation due to regulatory requirements. CDNIMLEP is a smokey aventus which is exactly the aventus that everyone originally fell in love with. CDNIMLEP is literally a better version of aventus when compared to actual modern aventus itself. CDNIMLEP costs like 1/8th the price of aventus. Aventus bros and fragrance snobs out are here hating heavy and living in lala land. That being said aventus is still a top tier smelling fragrance... CDNIMLEP is just better in virtually every single regard =) The only thing aventus does better is give a nicer looking bottle because, clone bros, lets face it, clone bottles are almost always catastrophes.

This is potent and very good. When I tested on paper a little over a month ago the top notes didn't show. Since this is notorious for needing extra time I exercised some patience and was rewarded because it's freaking amazing; I own a lot of different interpretations of the DNA and this is right up there as the most pleasing to my nose. The original EDT and to a lesser extent the EDP were known for a harsh Armaf lemon cleaner vibe that the Limited Edition Parfum fixes, but otherwise they'll be redundant if you already own one. The lemon is immediately toned down by a sweeter, juicier pineapple and bergamot blend in this flanker. In the heart smoky birch is the prominent note with florals subtly blended in to smooth out the edges. The base settles into a warm mix of vanilla, ambery musky patchouli, and a touch of leather. I can't imagine needing to purchase any more Aventus inspirations for the rest of my life with the number I currently have and the size of my collection, but I've very pleased with CDNIM LE Parfum and would consider repurchasing if I ever run out.

I'd been in the market for a decent aventus-y DNA juice for a while now and managed to find a 10ml sample bottle of this at TJMaxx for a relative steal. the opening is this thick juicy pineapple and citrus bomb with the pepper helping to lean the opening more masc. after it dries down, it takes on a very masculine fresh-floral characteristic, with the citrus drying down into the background but still being perceptable all the way until the scent starts to die down, revealing the woody, musky, and slightly green skin scent it leaves behind. projection is pretty solid all the way through, leaving a nice fresh silliage; but longevity leaves a little bit to be desired. I'm unsure if i just go nose-blind to it after a few hours, but I seem to get around 6 hours max out of it, if not a little bit shorter. overall this a great add to my collection, and I will probably purchase a full bottle when the sample runs out. my one gripe is the longevity, but for all i know that could be me going nose-blind, so i wont mark off points for it

For some men, myself included, a great smell can easily overcome the issue of paying just a couple more dollars to have it. But, then, a woman's compliment is truly the coup de grace, that can turn even an ok fragrance into something totally worth it. After allowing mine my "mandatory" maceration period, I recently wore this one out & about, just because I hadn't had "real" opportunity to try it out yet, and, I figured, wtf, let's inject a little something nice into today. I was already personally satisfied that I smelled damn good, from the whiffs that I was receiving, but, as I was in line, checking out at Wal Mart, I'd completely forgotten about it, when, the woman in front of me, who was talking to the cashier, said "ooh, that smells so good". The cashier thought that she was talking to him, so, he said "thank you", but, she said "no, I was talking about this gentleman in line behind me" As for me & mine, CDNI Man Limited Edition is a great recommendation, two thumbs up!

I own Club de Nuit Intense Man but I heard this was closer to Aventus, so I picked this up. The biggest difference between CDNIM and the Limited Edition is performance. Two sprays of this is nuclear projection. The EDT performs very well but this is beastly. In terms of differences in smell? Now we're talking almost imperceptible differences in the nuances and minutiae of fragrance profiles. You know, exactly like the heated conversations about Aventus batches (lol). So here are my thoughts: - Do you need Aventus now that this exists? Absolutely, 100% not. - Do you need this if you already have the original CDNIM? Probably not unless you love talking Aventus batches. If not, the original is solid and there's no need to drop another $40-60 unless you really want to. - Do you need this if you love the scent but can't decide between a million clones or the original? Absolutely, 100% YES. Quit overthinking this, pull the trigger, and thank me later.

I don't own any Creed fragrance, but I've smelled Aventus many times whenever I go to any Fragrance store so I remember very very well how it smells (on hands, paper and even clothes). Today I got CDNIM LE, and I sprayed it on myself right away and I can literally remember the creed Aventus. Smells somehow similar, I can't say 100% identical because again I don't own it but I remember the scent and this really smells like it. I sprayed 5 times on myself at home and I still smell it after 4 hours. The smell is really really good, I personally love it and can wear it daily next to Prada L'Homme or even during special occasions. I can imagine myself wearing a nice polo t shirt in the summer and smelling this on myself. The best part is that it can also be a joker fragrance, wear it anytime anywhere and most importantly, doesn't cost a lot so you can empty a bottle and buy another one without an issue or thinking about a hole in your wallet.

The opening of CDNI Limited Edition can be quite harsh and synthetic, which might put some people off at first. However, give it 10–15 minutes, and it truly transforms into something special—a smoother, more refined version of Creed Aventus, at least to my nose. This transition is where it really shines and becomes addictive. For me, this has become my signature scent, and I find myself reaching for it more often than not. It’s versatile, classy, and works well for almost any occasion. In terms of performance, after proper maceration, the realistic projection on my skin lasts about 4-5 hours. While that’s decent, it does mean you’ll need to reapply if you want it to carry you through a full day. Overall, CDNI Limited Edition is a fantastic fragrance with great value, especially if you can get past the opening and consider the versatility of this fragrance. Versatility: 10/10 Smell: 9/10 Longevity: 5/10 Value for money: 10/10

I really really liked Aventus, I just couldn’t justify the expensive price point, along with the mixed theories of recent bad reformulations. I decided to get a sample bottle in case, and decided to try CDNIM LE Parfum first this because not only was it a fraction of the price, but I heard it was the closest DNA to Aventus, and stronger. Side by side, upon first spray opening, the notes are somewhat similar, but not the same. The pineapple smooth opening from Aventus is a lot more enjoyable compared to the harsh synthetic lemony tone opening from CDNIM LE. Once the dry down hit, it started to smell almost carbon copy. One thing I would note imo that CDNIM LE was def much stronger and projected more. A definite approval from me. I have to let it macerate a bit like most middle eastern fragrances, but so far already a week and it’s performing pretty good right out of the box.

I’ve had a lot of random people smell this for my school project, even side by side with other fragrances like the actual Creed Aventus and Acqua di Gio. They always pick this one. Way better pineapple note than the actual creed. Way smoother. They have overtaken the actual product, the clone is way better. It is a 1:1 as to the original creed when dried down, but has its own subtle twists that really make it unique and better. The Limited Edition has a much smoother opening compared to the original. Just get the LE and stop reading more reviews—it’s that good. It might smell weird first spray so let it macerate, and if you can, get a French batch. They don’t produce them in France anymore, people say its better so it’s worth hunting one down. This is an absolute blind buy. It’s the perfect masculine scent if you know creed, and the compliments speak for themselves.