While I do say that there are similarities between CLDIM and Creed, it's certainly not in the opening. For about the first 30-60 minutes, CDNIM has a very harsh synthetic scent. Once it dries down, the scent is about 85% similar to Creed Aventus. As far as lasting power, CDNIM takes the cake. This will last 8 hours easily. But, for a few dollars more, I would recommend going with the CDNIM Limited Edition. The LE does not have the harsh opening, and is far closer to the scent profile of Aventus (in my opinion).

Synthetic opening but if you get past that it's beautiful I get so many compliments and it's great dupe I would suggest the edp it's alot smoother and last longer overall 9/10