Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe — cheaper alternatives

Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold: warm spicy, citrus and cinnamon, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe?

The closest Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe we found is Paris Elysees Billion Dollar — 91% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold 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 Gilles Cantuel Arsenal GoldProjection
1Paris Elysees Billion Dollar91%about $20*5h vs 6h7/10
2Ciclo Cosméticos Gold88%about $15 (−25%)5h vs 6h6/10
3Fragrance World Midori86%about $25* (+25%)5h vs 6h6/10
4La Rive Prestige Men Grey84%about $15 (−25%)5h vs 6h6/10
5Molyneux Quartz Addiction81%about $207h vs 6h6/10
  1. Paris Elysees Billion Dollar — 91% scent match

    This fragrance captures the vibrant citrus and warm cinnamon character of Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold with impressive longevity.

    It shares its amber, warm spicy and citrus accords with Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold, opens on Mandarin Orange too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 147 community ratings.

  2. Ciclo Cosméticos Gold — 88% scent match

    A balanced composition that mirrors the spicy amber and woody base found in Arsenal Gold, offering a smooth and approachable wear.

    It shares its amber and citrus accords with Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 8 community ratings.

  3. Fragrance World Midori — 86% scent match

    This option captures the sweet, spicy, and leathery essence reminiscent of Arsenal Gold, maintaining a consistent profile throughout the day.

    It shares its citrus and woody accords with Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 85 community ratings.

  4. La Rive Prestige Men Grey — 84% scent match

    This scent leans into the same warm, spicy territory as Arsenal Gold, providing a similar masculine profile at a very accessible price point.

    It shares its warm spicy, citrus and woody accords with Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold, opens on Mint too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 47 community ratings.

  5. Molyneux Quartz Addiction — 81% scent match

    Evokes the spicy and woody nuances of Arsenal Gold, presenting a refined take on the classic warm-spicy masculine aesthetic.

    It shares its warm spicy, citrus and leather accords with Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold, opens on Mandarin Orange and Pomelo too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 72 community ratings.

Which Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe is cheapest?

La Rive Prestige Men Grey, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold.

Which Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe lasts longest?

Molyneux Quartz Addiction, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold.

Which Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe is closest to the original?

Paris Elysees Billion Dollar, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Paris Elysees Billion Dollar saves you about $5 a year against Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold. 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 Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Molyneux Quartz Addiction comes closest at 7.0h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Gilles Cantuel Arsenal Gold notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-19.