Avon Black Suede Dark dupe — cheaper alternatives

Avon Black Suede Dark: released in 2020, leather, aromatic and woody, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Avon Black Suede Dark dupe?

The closest Avon Black Suede Dark dupe we found is Avon Black Essential Dark — 88% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $15 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Avon Black Suede Dark 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.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Avon Black Suede DarkProjection
1Avon Black Essential Dark88%about $20 (+33%)6h vs 5h6/10
2Denim Black82%about $10 (−33%)5h vs 5h5/10
3Emper Epic Adventure78%about $20 (+33%)6h vs 5h7/10
4Jeanne Arthes Colonial Club Legend73%about $155h vs 5h5/10
5Brocard Prince Noir72%about $10 (−33%)7h vs 5h5/10
  1. Avon Black Essential Dark — 88% scent match

    Shares a very similar DNA with the reference, leaning into the same dark, aromatic, and slightly sweet leather notes for a familiar experience.

    It shares its aromatic, woody and leather accords with Avon Black Suede Dark, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 124 community ratings.

  2. Denim Black — 82% scent match

    This scent captures a similar dark, aromatic, and masculine leather character that feels right at home alongside the profile of Black Suede Dark.

    It shares its woody, earthy and aromatic accords with Avon Black Suede Dark, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 199 community ratings.

  3. Emper Epic Adventure — 78% scent match

    Offers a rugged, woody, and smoky experience that aligns well with the earthy and leather-forward vibe found in the reference fragrance.

    It shares its aromatic, woody and earthy accords with Avon Black Suede Dark, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 115 community ratings.

  4. Jeanne Arthes Colonial Club Legend — 73% scent match

    Provides a similarly grounded, masculine aromatic profile that evokes the same woody and leather-centric atmosphere as the reference.

    It shares its aromatic, earthy and woody accords with Avon Black Suede Dark, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 147 community ratings.

  5. Brocard Prince Noir — 72% scent match

    This fragrance leans into a dark, earthy, and woody character that mirrors the mood of the reference scent quite effectively.

    It shares its leather, animalic and smoky accords with Avon Black Suede Dark, lasts about 7h against 5h and carries 6 community ratings.

Which Avon Black Suede Dark dupe is cheapest?

Denim Black, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 35% less than Avon Black Suede Dark.

Which Avon Black Suede Dark dupe lasts longest?

Brocard Prince Noir, at about 7h on skin, against about 5h for Avon Black Suede Dark.

Which Avon Black Suede Dark dupe is closest to the original?

Avon Black Essential Dark, at 88% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Avon Black Suede Dark dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Avon Black Essential Dark actually costs about $5 a year MORE than Avon Black Suede Dark. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

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

Will a Avon Black Suede Dark dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Brocard Prince Noir comes closest at 6.8h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Avon Black Suede Dark notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-19.