Avon Elite Gentleman In Black: released in 2017, aromatic, lavender and green, about 5h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Avon Elite Gentleman In Black dupe we found is Avon Exclusive in Black — 88% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $30 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Avon Elite Gentleman In Black dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Avon Elite Gentleman In Black | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avon Exclusive in Black | 88% | about $20 (−33%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Zara 9.0 Zara | 72% | about $20* (−33%) | 6h vs 5h | 7/10 |
| 3 | Avon Sensus In Black | 72% | about $15 (−50%) | 6h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 4 | Avon Green Fougère | 70% | about $15 (−50%) | 4h vs 5h | 4/10 |
| 5 | Faberlic Cruiser | 78% | about $15 (−50%) | 4h vs 5h | 5/10 |
Shares a similar aromatic and woody character to Elite Gentleman In Black, offering a familiar fresh-spicy profile at an accessible price point.
It shares its aromatic, woody and fresh spicy accords with Avon Elite Gentleman In Black, opens on Mint too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 127 community ratings.
Evokes a similar masculine, aromatic freshness that feels like a close relative to the Elite Gentleman line.
It shares its woody, aromatic and lavender accords with Avon Elite Gentleman In Black, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 10 community ratings.
Focuses on the green and herbal facets found in the reference, offering a clean and crisp aromatic experience.
It shares its fresh spicy, aromatic and woody accords with Avon Elite Gentleman In Black, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 42 community ratings.
While distinct, it captures a similar modern aromatic and woody vibe that aligns well with the fresh-spicy spirit of the reference.
It shares its aromatic, woody and fresh spicy accords with Avon Elite Gentleman In Black, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 1,338 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Leans into a similar fresh, green, and aromatic territory, providing a straightforward and budget-friendly alternative to the original scent.
It shares its woody, aromatic and green accords with Avon Elite Gentleman In Black, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 20 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Avon Sensus In Black, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 50% less than Avon Elite Gentleman In Black.
Avon Sensus In Black, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Avon Elite Gentleman In Black.
Avon Exclusive in Black, at 88% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Avon Exclusive in Black saves you about $15 a year against Avon Elite Gentleman In Black. 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.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Avon Sensus In Black comes closest at 6.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Avon Elite Gentleman In Black notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-30.