The Designer Dupe Index 2026
The Designer Dupe Index 2026 is Aromara's running breakdown of what Britain's most-wanted designer and niche fragrances cost, and what the same scents cost as an Aromara dupe. Every figure below is pulled from our live catalogue. Last updated 13 June 2026.
The headline numbers
Across 183 designer and niche fragrances we recreate, the average original sells for £270. The Aromara version is £35 for a 50ml bottle. That is an average saving of 84%.
- Recreating all 183 originals would cost £49,378.
- The same 183 as Aromara: £6,405.
- Total saved by switching the whole shelf: £42,973.
- Most-duped luxury house in Britain: Tom Ford (12 scents).
Biggest single savings
| Aromara | Inspired by | Original RRP | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rouge | Baccarat Rouge 540, Maison Francis Kurkdjian | £695 | £660 |
| Nocturne | The Night, Frederic Malle | £550 | £515 |
| Aged Gold Paradis | Angel's Share Paradis, Kilian | £525 | £490 |
| Eventus Absolu | Aventus Absolu, Creed | £495 | £460 |
| Fire Mango | 777 God of Fire, Stephane Humbert Lucas | £495 | £460 |
Britain's most-duped luxury houses
| House | Scents duped |
|---|---|
| Tom Ford | 12 |
| Kayali | 10 |
| Louis Vuitton | 9 |
| Maison Francis Kurkdjian | 7 |
| Christian Dior | 7 |
| Maison Crivelli | 7 |
| Gissah | 7 |
| Armani | 6 |
What Britain most wants to dupe (our best sellers)
| Aromara | The scent it replaces | You save |
|---|---|---|
| Eventus | Creed Aventus (£395) | £360 |
| Imaginaire | Louis Vuitton Imagination (£395) | £360 |
| Maracuda | Maison Crivelli Oud Maracuja (£295) | £260 |
| Vanilla Dust | Matiere Premiere Vanilla Powder (£295) | £260 |
| Tonkara | Montale Arabians Tonka (£195) | £160 |
| Nomade | Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade (£395) | £360 |
| Rouge | MFK Baccarat Rouge 540 (£695) | £660 |
| Imperial | Gissah Imperial Valley (£195) | £160 |
Why Aromara is different
Most "inspired by" brands run 10 to 15% oil and fade in about two hours. Even the bigger players sit at 22 to 30%. Aromara discloses 35% Extrait concentration, the strongest disclosed in the UK, and backs it with a 7-hour-or-refund guarantee and a 60-day money-back. We are not the cheapest, we are the strongest and the most accountable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average saving on an Aromara fragrance dupe?
The average saving on an Aromara fragrance dupe is 84%. Across 183 designer and niche fragrances, the average original costs £270, while the Aromara version is £35 for 50ml.
What is the best Baccarat Rouge 540 dupe in the UK?
Aromara Rouge is a UK-made dupe of Baccarat Rouge 540. It is £35 for 50ml versus £695 for the original, at 35% Extrait concentration with 7-hour wear.
How concentrated are Aromara fragrances?
Aromara discloses 35% Extrait concentration, the strongest disclosed concentration in the UK, where most dupe brands sit between 10 and 30%.
Are Aromara fragrances made in the UK?
Yes. Aromara is an independent UK fragrance brand, with a 7-hour-or-refund longevity guarantee and a 60-day money-back guarantee.