Zimaya Royal Paragon: released in 2023, woody, fresh spicy and warm spicy, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Zimaya Royal Paragon dupe we found is Al Haramain Perfumes Détour Noir — 90% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $30 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Zimaya Royal Paragon dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Zimaya Royal Paragon | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Haramain Perfumes Détour Noir | 90% | about $25* (−17%) | 7h vs 6h | 5/10 |
| 2 | The Woods Collection Dusk | 85% | about $30* | 7h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Orientica Premium Royal Bleu | 83% | about $30* | 8h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 4 | PARIS CORNER North Stag Expressions II Deux | 81% | about $20* (−33%) | 7h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Maison Alhambra Leyden | 87% | about $20 (−33%) | 5h vs 6h | 7/10 |
Captures the rich, spicy vanilla and apple character of the reference with a smooth, long-lasting presence that feels remarkably refined.
It shares its vanilla, woody and warm spicy accords with Zimaya Royal Paragon, opens on Apple and Lavender too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 4,955 community ratings.
A sophisticated take on the spicy-woody theme, evoking the same comforting, sweet-and-spicy balance found in the reference.
It shares its warm spicy, vanilla and aromatic accords with Zimaya Royal Paragon, opens on Apple and Lavender too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 840 community ratings.
Leans into the fresh, aromatic side of the reference, providing a clean and spicy experience that remains pleasant throughout the day.
It shares its woody, warm spicy and fresh spicy accords with Zimaya Royal Paragon, opens on Lavender and Bergamot too, lasts about 8h against 6h and carries 442 community ratings.
Provides a similar woody and spicy foundation that feels reminiscent of the reference, offering a balanced and approachable scent profile.
It shares its warm spicy, fresh spicy and woody accords with Zimaya Royal Paragon, opens on Apple, Lavender and Bergamot too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 139 community ratings.
Offers a warm, aromatic blend of lavender and vanilla that mirrors the cozy, spicy profile of the reference quite closely.
It shares its fresh spicy, warm spicy and woody accords with Zimaya Royal Paragon, opens on Apple, Lavender and Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 66 community ratings.
PARIS CORNER North Stag Expressions II Deux, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 35% less than Zimaya Royal Paragon.
Orientica Premium Royal Bleu, at about 8h on skin, against about 6h for Zimaya Royal Paragon.
Al Haramain Perfumes Détour Noir, at 90% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Zimaya Royal Paragon itself sells from $30.09 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Al Haramain Perfumes Détour Noir saves you about $5 a year against Zimaya Royal Paragon. 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. Orientica Premium Royal Bleu comes closest at 7.5h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Zimaya Royal Paragon notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-22.