French Avenue
French Avenue Obsidian
EDP2022
“A cognac nightcap in fragrance form — indulgent without being reckless.”
84/100Our rating
Spring10%
Summer5%
Fall65%
Winter80%
Day15%
Night85%
What works
- ●Cognac-apple-cinnamon opening is distinctively boozy and complex
- ●Targets Angels' Share On the Rocks variant at 75% accuracy
- ●Praline-oak drydown delivers genuine richness for the price
Trade-offs
- ●French Avenue is harder to find than mainstream budget brands
- ●The cognac note can read as alcohol-adjacent on some skin
Top
Cinnamon, Cognac, Apple
Mid
Praline, Oak, Nutmeg
Base
Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Musk
Longevity78
Good — 6–8 hours
Projection70
Moderate — noticeable presence
Sillage70
Noticeable trail
⚥Unisex
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
$40–$55Great value
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