Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe — cheaper alternatives

Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest: released in 2017, woody, warm spicy and earthy, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe?

The closest Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe we found is Lalique Encre Noire — 85% match, about $45 (estimate) versus about $60 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Alexandria Fragrances Arabian ForestProjection
1Lalique Encre Noire85%about $45* (−25%)6h vs 6h7/10
2Montale Wood and Spices85%about $85 (+42%)7h vs 6h8/10
3Lalique Encre Noire Sport82%about $75* (+25%)6h vs 6h7/10
4Acqua di Parma Colonia Intensa80%about $145* (+142%)5h vs 6h7/10
5Chanel Sycomore Eau de Parfum79%about $300* (+400%)6h vs 6h6/10
  1. Lalique Encre Noire — 85% scent match

    Evokes the deep woody and earthy character of Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, leaning into a similar dark forest floor aura.

    It shares its woody, aromatic and earthy accords with Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 24,523 community ratings.

  2. Montale Wood and Spices — 85% scent match

    Mirrors the prominent woody and warm spicy blend found in Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, with robust projection.

    It shares its woody, warm spicy and aromatic accords with Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 1,616 community ratings.

  3. Lalique Encre Noire Sport — 82% scent match

    Shares the crisp woody framework of Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, adding a slightly brighter and more energetic opening.

    It shares its woody, aromatic and citrus accords with Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 6,974 community ratings.

  4. Acqua di Parma Colonia Intensa — 80% scent match

    Brings a similar aromatic and woody complexity reminiscent of Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, though with a distinct citrus opening.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and warm spicy accords with Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 2,278 community ratings.

  5. Chanel Sycomore Eau de Parfum — 79% scent match

    In the same family as Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, delivering a refined and earthy vetiver-centric experience.

    It shares its woody, aromatic and earthy accords with Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 2,174 community ratings.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe is cheapest?

Lalique Encre Noire, at about $45 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe lasts longest?

Montale Wood and Spices, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe is closest to the original?

Lalique Encre Noire, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Lalique Encre Noire saves you about $20 a year against Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Montale Wood and Spices comes closest at 7.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Forest notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-29.