Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic: released in 2007, citrus, fresh spicy and green, about 4h on skin, projection 3/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic dupe we found is 4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil — 86% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $135 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil | 86% | about $20* (−85%) | 3h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Zara Creatively Shanghai | 82% | about $25* (−81%) | 5h vs 4h | 3/10 |
| 3 | Dolce&Gabbana Orange | 82% | about $55* (−59%) | 4h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Atelier Cologne Mandarine Glaciale | 84% | about $45* (−67%) | 5h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Yves Rocher Mandarine Citron Cèdre | 82% | about $20* (−85%) | 3h vs 4h | 5/10 |
Evokes the sparkling citrus and herbaceous basil interplay of Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic with a lively, uplifting burst.
It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, lasts about 3h against 4h and carries 1,173 community ratings.
Shares a similar vibrant mandarin and green herbal freshness reminiscent of Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and fruity accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 569 community ratings.
Leans heavily into a sun-drenched, sweet citrus profile reminiscent of the bright fruitiness in Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 176 community ratings.
Offers an icy, zesty mandarin opening that shares the uplifting citrus-forward appeal of Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and aromatic accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 754 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Presents a bright, juicy citrus character that sits comfortably in the same family as Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
It shares its citrus, fresh and fruity accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic, lasts about 3h against 4h and carries 496 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
Zara Creatively Shanghai, at about 5h on skin, against about 4h for Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic.
4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic itself sells from £92 (75 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — 4711 4711 Acqua Colonia Blood Orange & Basil saves you about $170 a year against Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic. 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.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Zara Creatively Shanghai comes closest at 4.5h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine Basilic notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-14.