Rue21 CJ Black: released in 2007, citrus, musky and powdery, about 4h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Rue21 CJ Black dupe we found is Hollister Jake — 85% match, about $65 (estimate) versus about $10 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Rue21 CJ Black dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Rue21 CJ Black | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hollister Jake | 85% | about $65 (+550%) | 4h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 2 | Christian Audigier Ed Hardy Villain for Men | 73% | about $20* (+100%) | 5h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Lacoste Fragrances Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. White | 72% | about $65* (+550%) | 5h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Playboy Malibu | 82% | about $10 | 4h vs 4h | 5/10 |
| 5 | Lomani White Intense | 78% | about $15* (+50%) | 4h vs 4h | 6/10 |
Captures the quintessential fresh, aromatic, and musky essence that makes CJ Black a staple of the genre.
It shares its citrus, fresh and aromatic accords with Rue21 CJ Black, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 335 community ratings.
Presents a sweet and fruity aromatic blend that feels reminiscent of the youthful energy in CJ Black.
It shares its aromatic, citrus and powdery accords with Rue21 CJ Black, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 319 community ratings.
Delivers a clean, crisp, and powdery citrus experience that aligns with the fresh aromatic profile of CJ Black.
It shares its citrus and aromatic accords with Rue21 CJ Black, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 5,942 community ratings.
Offers a clean, aromatic profile that leans into the same fresh and musky territory as CJ Black.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and musky accords with Rue21 CJ Black, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 62 community ratings.
Shares a similar breezy, citrus-forward character that evokes the fresh and casual vibe found in CJ Black.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh accords with Rue21 CJ Black, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 261 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Playboy Malibu, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate).
Christian Audigier Ed Hardy Villain for Men, at about 5h on skin, against about 4h for Rue21 CJ Black.
Hollister Jake, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Hollister Jake actually costs about $75 a year MORE than Rue21 CJ 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. Christian Audigier Ed Hardy Villain for Men comes closest at 5.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Rue21 CJ Black notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-15.