Veneno Scarlet by French Avenue

Eau de Parfum • Unisex • Oriental Fruity‑Woody Gourmand

Product description

Veneno Scarlet is a bold and seductive unisex fragrance from French Avenue, released in 2025. It blends juicy red fruits, rich caramel sweetness and warm woody‑spicy facets into a distinctive scent that’s both playful and captivating. It’s designed for those who want a fragrance that stands out with a mix of fruity brightness, creamy gourmand warmth, and deep leathery elegance. 

Inspiration / Dupe

French Avenue does not officially market Veneno Scarlet as a clone of a specific niche fragrance. However, some community observations note similarities in fruit‑sweet and rich leather‑woody layers to niche boozy or gourmand oriented scents, though this is informal and subjective rather than an official brand claim. 

Notes (short)

Top Notes:

Strawberry, Blackberry, Caramel 

Heart Notes:

Raspberry, Cedar, Cinnamon 

Base Notes:

Leather, Caramel, Vanilla, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Fir 

What it smells like

Veneno Scarlet opens with a lush, juicy blend of strawberry and blackberry accented by sweet caramel, giving an immediate gourmand impression. The heart introduces tangy raspberry with warm cedarwood and cinnamon spice, adding depth and complexity. In the dry‑down, leather, creamy vanilla, tonka bean, patchouli and fir create a warm, sensual, slightly smoky and woody base that balances sweetness with structure — lending an alluring, bold trail that evolves beautifully over time. 

Fragrance communities describe it as a bold fruity‑sweet and woody gourmand that’s playful but substantial, with fruit and spice up front and rich, warm woods and sweet dry‑down later. 

Performance

• Longevity: Moderate to long — many wearers report lasting 7–10+ hours on skin and longer on clothes.  
• Sillage: Moderate to strong — noticeable presence that stays with you without overwhelming.  
• Projection: Strong opening that softens into a smoother, warmer trail as it dries down.  

Community feedback notes that performance can improve after a short period of maceration (letting the bottle rest), making the dry‑down even richer and more cohesive. 

Best for

• Fall & winter wear — the warm base and spice shine in cooler weather.  
• Evening outings & date nights — rich, seductive trail makes a strong impression.  
• Social events & nights out — bold and memorable presence.  
• Unisex appeal — balanced between fruit sweetness and woody depth for anyone who enjoys expressive gourmand woods.