Mandarina Duck Blue: released in 2011, citrus, aromatic and amber, about 5h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Mandarina Duck Blue dupe we found is Franck Olivier Blue Touch — 82% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Mandarina Duck Blue dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Mandarina Duck Blue | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franck Olivier Blue Touch | 82% | about $20* | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Benetton Let's Move | 78% | about $20 | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Oriflame Midsummer Man | 72% | about $20* | 4h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Proraso Green After Shave | 70% | about $15 (−25%) | 2h vs 5h | 4/10 |
| 5 | Benetton Blu Man | 75% | about $15 (−25%) | 4h vs 5h | 5/10 |
Shares a similar aromatic and aquatic character, offering a fresh, woody, and spicy profile that feels very much in the same family.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with Mandarina Duck Blue, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 569 community ratings.
A bright and energetic scent that leans into similar citrus and aromatic territory, providing a clean, everyday feel.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and amber accords with Mandarina Duck Blue, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 137 community ratings.
Evokes a similar breezy, marine-inspired freshness that feels light and easy to wear throughout the day.
It shares its aromatic, citrus and woody accords with Mandarina Duck Blue, opens on Sea Notes too, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 188 community ratings.
Offers a sharp, refreshing aromatic and woody experience that aligns with the cleaner, more bracing aspects of the reference.
It shares its aromatic and woody accords with Mandarina Duck Blue, lasts about 2h against 5h and carries 301 community ratings.
Captures a similar aquatic and fresh vibe, making it a straightforward and accessible option for those who enjoy the original's profile.
It shares its aromatic, woody and warm spicy accords with Mandarina Duck Blue, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 78 community ratings.
Proraso Green After Shave, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than Mandarina Duck Blue.
Franck Olivier Blue Touch, at about 5h on skin, against about 5h for Mandarina Duck Blue.
Franck Olivier Blue Touch, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Franck Olivier Blue Touch works out about the same as Mandarina Duck Blue over a year. 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. Franck Olivier Blue Touch comes closest at 5.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Mandarina Duck Blue notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-30.