Byredo makes the cool, minimalist niche scents everyone wants, at around £235. Here are the £35 versions, at 35% Extrait.
Every scent below is an Aromara dupe of a Byredo original, £35 for 50ml, from £4.99 for a 5ml, with 7+ hours guaranteed and 60 days to change your mind.
The best Byredo dupes, scent by scent
Bal d'Afrique, the warm vetiver
Bergamot, violet, vetiver and musk, effortlessly cool. Our Mirage holds it. Story: Bal d'Afrique decoded.
Gypsy Water, the cult woody
Pine, lemon and vanilla-sandalwood. Our Wanderlust takes it on.
Mojave Ghost, the soft floral-woody
Ambrette, magnolia and sandalwood, light and clean. Our Phantom matches it.
Sundazed, the sunny citrus
Mandarin, bergamot and a warm glow. Our Solana is the summer pick.
Tobacco Mandarin, the spiced citrus
Mandarin over warm tobacco. Our Tobacco & Citrus carries it.
Bal d'Afrique Absolu, the deeper one
The richer, more intense take on the classic. Our Mirage Absolu turns it up.
Quick comparison
| Byredo original | Original price | Aromara dupe | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bal d'Afrique | £235 | Mirage | £35 |
| Gypsy Water | £235 | Wanderlust | £35 |
| Mojave Ghost | £235 | Phantom | £35 |
| Sundazed | £200 | Solana | £35 |
| Tobacco Mandarin | £295 | Tobacco & Citrus | £35 |
| Bal d'Afrique Absolu | £290 | Mirage Absolu | £35 |
Why ours hold and most dupes do not
Byredo scents are subtle and clean, which means a weak dupe just fades into nothing. Every Aromara scent is 35% Extrait, the highest disclosed concentration in the UK, so the soft woods and musks still last the day.
Try before you commit
Not sure which Byredo to go for? Build a 5ml x5 starter set for £15 and try five at full strength. See every scent and saving in the Designer Dupe Index.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Byredo dupe in the UK?
For Gypsy Water we make Wanderlust, for Bal d'Afrique we make Mirage, both 35% Extrait at £35 versus around £235.
What smells like Byredo Gypsy Water?
Aromara Wanderlust matches the pine, lemon and vanilla-sandalwood signature at 35% Extrait, £35 for 50ml.
Are Byredo dupes worth it?
If you love the minimalist niche style but not the price, yes. Aromara discloses 35% Extrait and guarantees 7+ hours.
How much are they?
£35 for a 50ml, or £4.99 for a 5ml sampler. Buy 2 get 1 free.
How long do they last?
7+ hours, guaranteed, or your money back.
Related reading
- Bal d'Afrique Absolu decoded
- Best Perfume Dupes UK 2026
- Perfume Sample Set UK: Try 5 for £15
- The Designer Dupe Index 2026
Aromara is an independent UK fragrance brand. All scents are original creations inspired by well-known designer fragrances. No affiliation with Byredo or any other brand mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.