Mancera Melody Of The Sun: released in 2022, citrus, aromatic and fruity, about 5h on skin, projection 9/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Mancera Melody Of The Sun dupe we found is Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green — 84% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $80 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Mancera Melody Of The Sun dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Mancera Melody Of The Sun | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green | 84% | about $25* (−69%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Yves Rocher Sel d'Azur | 81% | about $40 (−50%) | 4h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Argos Neptune's Trident | 71% | about $20* (−75%) | 6h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 4 | Banana Republic 90 Pure White | 69% | about $30 (−62%) | 4h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 5 | Adidas Sport UPLFT For Her | 74% | about $15 (−81%) | 4h vs 5h | 3/10 |
Shares a similar crisp, green, and citrus-forward character that evokes the refreshing atmosphere found in Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
It shares its green, citrus and woody accords with Mancera Melody Of The Sun, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,592 community ratings.
Captures a bright, salty citrus vibe that feels reminiscent of the sunny, aromatic opening of Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
It shares its citrus, woody and aromatic accords with Mancera Melody Of The Sun, opens on Grapefruit too, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 1,043 community ratings.
Evokes a similar aquatic and citrus freshness that aligns with the breezy, sun-drenched character of Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Mancera Melody Of The Sun, opens on Lavender and Cardamom too, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 326 community ratings.
Features a clean, musky citrus profile that sits in the same family as the lighter, more aromatic aspects of Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
It shares its citrus, green and aromatic accords with Mancera Melody Of The Sun, opens on Grapefruit too, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 589 community ratings.
A budget-friendly option that leans into the same bright, citrusy, and energetic spirit as Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
It shares its citrus, fresh and floral accords with Mancera Melody Of The Sun, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 39 community ratings.
Adidas Sport UPLFT For Her, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 80% less than Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
Argos Neptune's Trident, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Mancera Melody Of The Sun.
Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Mancera Melody Of The Sun itself sells from $96.59 (120 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green saves you about $80 a year against Mancera Melody Of The Sun. 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. Argos Neptune's Trident comes closest at 5.6h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Mancera Melody Of The Sun notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-20.