Kenneth Cole Black: released in 2004, white floral, floral and powdery, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Kenneth Cole Black dupe we found is Elizabeth Arden Splendor — 84% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $30 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Kenneth Cole Black dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Kenneth Cole Black | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elizabeth Arden Splendor | 84% | about $20 (−33%) | 5h vs 5h | 8/10 |
| 2 | Kim Kardashian | 84% | about $35* (+17%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Zara Sublime Epoque | 83% | about $20* (−33%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Elizabeth Arden Mediterranean | 81% | about $25 (−17%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Giorgio Beverly Hills Blue | 80% | about $25 (−17%) | 5h vs 5h | 7/10 |
A delicate floral mix reminiscent of Kenneth Cole Black, highlighting fresh white blooms, lotus, and a soft powdery musk finish.
It shares its floral, white floral and fresh accords with Kenneth Cole Black, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,957 community ratings.
Captures the creamy tuberose and white floral intensity of Kenneth Cole Black, anchored by warm sandalwood and amber.
It shares its white floral, tuberose and animalic accords with Kenneth Cole Black, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 2,051 community ratings.
Delivers a rich tuberose and white floral bouquet closely aligned with the vibrant floral character of Kenneth Cole Black.
It shares its white floral, tuberose and animalic accords with Kenneth Cole Black, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 818 community ratings.
Offers a fresh aquatic and floral nuance in the same spirit as Kenneth Cole Black, featuring airy blossoms over a smooth woody base.
It shares its floral, powdery and woody accords with Kenneth Cole Black, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,732 community ratings.
A light, breezy white floral composition evoking the fresh lotus and hyacinth accents found in Kenneth Cole Black.
It shares its floral, white floral and green accords with Kenneth Cole Black, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 224 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Elizabeth Arden Splendor, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 35% less than Kenneth Cole Black.
Giorgio Beverly Hills Blue, at about 5h on skin, against about 5h for Kenneth Cole Black.
Elizabeth Arden Splendor, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Kenneth Cole Black itself sells from $19.95 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Elizabeth Arden Splendor saves you about $15 a year against Kenneth Cole Black. 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.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Giorgio Beverly Hills Giorgio Beverly Hills Blue comes closest at 5.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Kenneth Cole Black notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-09.