Creed Sublime Vanille dupe — cheaper alternatives

Creed Sublime Vanille: released in 2009, vanilla, citrus and powdery, about 4h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Creed Sublime Vanille dupe?

The closest Creed Sublime Vanille dupe we found is Electimuss Imperium — 86% match, about $45 (estimate) versus about $750 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Creed Sublime Vanille 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 Creed Sublime VanilleProjection
1Electimuss Imperium86%about $45* (−94%)7h vs 4h7/10
2Franck Boclet Vanille85%about $50* (−93%)6h vs 4h6/10
3Laurence Dumont Vanille Pamplemousse84%about $35 (−95%)4h vs 4h5/10
4Casamorati 1888 Lira83%about $120* (−84%)6h vs 4h7/10
5Guerlain Shalimar Cologne85%about $75* (−90%)5h vs 4h6/10
  1. Electimuss Imperium — 86% scent match

    Shares a similar luminous citrus and vanilla profile reminiscent of Creed Sublime Vanille, with an airy sweetness.

    It shares its citrus, vanilla and powdery accords with Creed Sublime Vanille, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 7h against 4h and carries 1,202 community ratings.

  2. Franck Boclet Vanille — 85% scent match

    Presents a warm, resinous vanilla aura that aligns with the sweet, comforting tones found in Creed Sublime Vanille.

    It shares its citrus, vanilla and sweet accords with Creed Sublime Vanille, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 1,138 community ratings.

  3. Laurence Dumont Vanille Pamplemousse — 84% scent match

    Leans into the same bright citrus and sweet vanilla interplay as Creed Sublime Vanille at a fraction of the cost.

    It shares its citrus, vanilla and powdery accords with Creed Sublime Vanille, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 105 community ratings.

  4. Casamorati 1888 Lira — 83% scent match

    Showcases a rich, high-end vanilla and citrus profile that shares a luxurious dessert-like sweetness with Creed Sublime Vanille.

    It shares its vanilla, sweet and powdery accords with Creed Sublime Vanille, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 10,364 community ratings.

  5. Guerlain Shalimar Cologne — 85% scent match — discontinued

    A lighter, airier take on the classic amber-vanilla lineage that brings to mind the uplifting vibe of Creed Sublime Vanille.

    It shares its citrus, vanilla and powdery accords with Creed Sublime Vanille, opens on Lemon and Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 960 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Creed Sublime Vanille dupe is cheapest?

Laurence Dumont Vanille Pamplemousse, at about $35 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 95% less than Creed Sublime Vanille.

Which Creed Sublime Vanille dupe lasts longest?

Electimuss Imperium, at about 7h on skin, against about 4h for Creed Sublime Vanille.

Which Creed Sublime Vanille dupe is closest to the original?

Electimuss Imperium, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Creed Sublime Vanille dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Electimuss Imperium saves you about $1030 a year against Creed Sublime Vanille. 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 Creed Sublime Vanille dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Electimuss Imperium comes closest at 6.9h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Creed Sublime Vanille notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-27.