Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold: aquatic, green and citrus, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold scent match we found is Al Haramain Perfumes L'Aventure — 87% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Haramain Perfumes L'Aventure | 87% | about $30* (+50%) | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Fragrance World Imperium | 86% | about $25* (+25%) | 5h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 3 | Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man | 85% | about $35* (+75%) | 7h vs 6h | 8/10 |
| 4 | Rasasi Egra Men | 84% | about $20* | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Ajmal Silver Shade | 82% | about $20* | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
Offers a sharp, citrus-forward opening that transitions into a woody base, mirroring the structure of Varens Homme Gold.
It shares its citrus, woody and fresh spicy accords with Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 2,730 community ratings.
Evokes the bright citrus and aquatic nuances of Varens Homme Gold, maintaining a clean and refreshing feel throughout the day.
It shares its citrus, woody and fresh spicy accords with Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 296 community ratings.
Shares the vibrant citrus and woody character found in Varens Homme Gold, offering a more robust and long-lasting performance.
It shares its citrus, woody and sweet accords with Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 27,223 community ratings.
Captures the green and herbal freshness reminiscent of Varens Homme Gold, leaning into a crisp, aromatic profile.
It shares its woody, fresh spicy and green accords with Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 621 community ratings.
Delivers a crisp, aquatic, and citrus-heavy experience that aligns well with the fresh profile of Varens Homme Gold.
It shares its citrus and woody accords with Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 513 community ratings.
Ajmal Silver Shade, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate).
Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold.
Al Haramain Perfumes L'Aventure, at 87% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Al Haramain Perfumes L'Aventure actually costs about $10 a year MORE than Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold. 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. Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man comes closest at 7.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Ulric de Varens Varens Homme Gold notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-19.