Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe — cheaper alternatives

Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend: released in 2016, woody, aromatic and amber, about 4h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe?

The closest Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe we found is Oriflame S8 — 80% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend 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 Elite Gentleman WeekendProjection
1Avon Musk Fresh81%about $15 (−25%)4h vs 4h5/10
2Oriflame S880%about $205h vs 4h6/10
3Avon Musk + Instinct79%about $205h vs 4h6/10
4Avon Exclusive in Blue86%about $15 (−25%)4h vs 4h5/10
5Faberlic 8 Element Cologne82%about $15 (−25%)2h vs 4h6/10
  1. Oriflame S8 — 80% scent match

    In the same family as Elite Gentleman Weekend, this scent leans into fresh, spicy territory with a modern, urban feel.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and warm spicy accords with Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 281 community ratings.

  2. Avon Musk + Instinct — 79% scent match

    Captures a similar warm and spicy essence to Elite Gentleman Weekend, offering a reliable and budget-friendly alternative for daily wear.

    It shares its aromatic, woody and ozonic accords with Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 172 community ratings.

  3. Avon Exclusive in Blue — 86% scent match

    Evokes the same fresh, masculine energy found in Elite Gentleman Weekend, leaning into clean, aromatic notes that sit comfortably on the skin.

    It shares its woody, warm spicy and ozonic accords with Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend, opens on Cardamom too, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 56 community ratings.

  4. Faberlic 8 Element Cologne — 82% scent match

    Shares a similar aromatic and woody character to Elite Gentleman Weekend, offering a crisp, refreshing experience that feels very familiar.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend, lasts about 2h against 4h and carries 9 community ratings.

  5. Avon Musk Fresh — 81% scent match — discontinued

    Provides a similar clean and woody profile to Elite Gentleman Weekend, perfect for those who enjoy a light, everyday aromatic scent.

    It shares its aromatic, fresh spicy and citrus accords with Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 101 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe is cheapest?

Faberlic 8 Element Cologne, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend.

Which Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe lasts longest?

Avon Musk + Instinct, at about 5h on skin, against about 4h for Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend.

Which Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe is closest to the original?

Avon Exclusive in Blue, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Avon Musk Fresh saves you about $5 a year against Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend. 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 Elite Gentleman Weekend dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Avon Musk + Instinct comes closest at 4.6h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Avon Elite Gentleman Weekend notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-31.