Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe — cheaper alternatives

Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose: released in 2000, rose, floral and citrus, about 4h on skin, projection 4/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe?

The closest Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe we found is Bath & Body Works Rose Water & Ivy — 84% match.

The five closest scent matches — the best Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose 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 Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian RoseProjection
1Bath & Body Works Rose Water & Ivy84%about $20 (236 ml)4h vs 4h5/10
2Bulgarian Rose Rose94%about $5 (6 ml)6h vs 4h5/10
3ALREHAB PERFUMES Istanbul Rose91%about $10 (−75%)6h vs 4h8/10
4Demeter Fragrance Rose91%about $403h vs 4h3/10
5Demeter Fragrance Dark Roses86%about $20 (−50%)4h vs 4h4/10
  1. Bath & Body Works Rose Water & Ivy — 84% scent match

    Brings a watery, green floral brightness that sits comfortably alongside the fresh rose impression of Demeter Bulgarian Rose.

    It shares its rose and floral accords with Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 229 community ratings.

  2. Bulgarian Rose Rose — 94% scent match

    Shares the same vibrant rose petal focus as Demeter Bulgarian Rose, capturing a natural garden-fresh impression.

    It shares its rose, floral and citrus accords with Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 21 community ratings.

  3. ALREHAB PERFUMES Istanbul Rose — 91% scent match

    Evokes the pure soliflore rose character of Demeter Bulgarian Rose, offering a concentrated floral profile at a remarkably low price.

    It shares its rose, floral and citrus accords with Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 83 community ratings.

  4. Demeter Fragrance Rose — 91% scent match

    Offers a kindred linear rose experience very close to Demeter Bulgarian Rose, focusing purely on fresh blossom notes.

    It shares its rose, floral and citrus accords with Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose, lasts about 3h against 4h and carries 17 community ratings.

  5. Demeter Fragrance Dark Roses — 86% scent match

    Presents a slightly deeper variation on the soliflore theme found in Demeter Bulgarian Rose, emphasizing a richer floral depth.

    It shares its rose accords with Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 91 community ratings.

Which Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe is cheapest?

ALREHAB PERFUMES Istanbul Rose, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 75% less than Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose.

Which Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe lasts longest?

Bulgarian Rose Rose, at about 6h on skin, against about 4h for Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose.

Which Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe is closest to the original?

Bulgarian Rose Rose, at 94% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose itself sells from $25.19 (120 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Bath & Body Works Rose Water & Ivy saves you about $5 a year against Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose. 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 Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Bulgarian Rose Rose comes closest at 6.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Demeter Fragrance Bulgarian Rose notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-26.