Often citedLa Rive
The Hunting Man
Sold openly as an Azzaro Wanted alternative. It gets the lemon-and-ginger opening and the woody base, but it is an eau de toilette and fades after four to six hours where the original keeps going.
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Azzaro
Azzaro Wanted dupes
One fragrance is widely sold as a cheaper version of this. Ranked strongest match first.
Check best deal on WantedWhat Azzaro Wanted smells like
Like a wanted apple-ginger-cardamom pursuit with lemon mint and lavender on vetiver-tonka
- Top
- Lemon · Ginger · Lavender · Mint
- Heart
- Apple · Guatemalan Cardamom · Juniper · Geranium
- Base
- Tonka Bean · Amberwood · Haitian Vetiver
Main accords: aromatic, warm spicy, citrus, woody, amber, fresh spicy. 2016 · Eau de Toilette
What smells like Azzaro Wanted
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Often citedRanking combines how widely wearers agree a fragrance is a dupe with how closely its notes and accords line up. “Strong match” means both signals agree; “loose match” means it is in the same family but noticeably different on skin. 1 of these link to a published source.
What each of these dupes
What is La Rive The Hunting Man a dupe of?
La Rive The Hunting Man is widely sold as a dupe of Azzaro Wanted. Sold openly as an Azzaro Wanted alternative. It gets the lemon-and-ginger opening and the woody base, but it is an eau de toilette and fades after four to six hours where the original keeps going.
Common questions about Azzaro Wanted dupes
What is the closest dupe to Azzaro Wanted?
La Rive The Hunting Man is the closest we have on record. Wearers name it more often than the alternatives, though agreement is not unanimous. Sold openly as an Azzaro Wanted alternative. It gets the lemon-and-ginger opening and the woody base, but it is an eau de toilette and fades after four to six hours where the original keeps going.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Azzaro Wanted?
Yes, though only one: La Rive The Hunting Man. It is the only fragrance we have found a first-hand comparison for.
Do Azzaro Wanted dupes smell exactly like the original?
No. A dupe is built to the same idea, not the same formula, and cheaper materials usually show in the opening and in how long it lasts. That is why every entry here says how it differs instead of giving a percentage. Of La Rive The Hunting Man, for instance: Sold openly as an Azzaro Wanted alternative. It gets the lemon-and-ginger opening and the woody base, but it is an eau de toilette and fades after four to six hours where the original keeps going.
What does Azzaro Wanted smell like?
Like a wanted apple-ginger-cardamom pursuit with lemon mint and lavender on vetiver-tonka It opens on Lemon, Ginger, Lavender, Mint.
About Azzaro Wanted
Azzaro Wanted is a men's Eau de Toilette from 2016 that quickly became one of the brand's most popular releases. It opens with a lively combination of lemon, ginger, lavender, and mint. The lemon is bright and juicy, ginger adds a spicy kick, and mint provides a cool freshness. Lavender softens the edges and gives the opening an aromatic quality. Together, these notes create an energetic and inviting first impression that grabs attention without being aggressive.
The heart brings in apple, Guatemalan cardamom, juniper, and geranium. Apple adds a fruity sweetness that keeps the scent youthful and approachable. Cardamom is warm and slightly smoky, adding a sophisticated spice that elevates the composition. Juniper contributes a dry, gin-like quality, and geranium provides a green floral accent. The middle is where Wanted shows its versatility, balancing sweet, spicy, and green elements in equal measure.
The base features tonka bean, amberwood, and Haitian vetiver. Tonka bean brings a creamy, slightly sweet warmth that ties the fruity-spicy heart to the woody finish. Amberwood adds a resinous depth, and vetiver provides an earthy, slightly smoky foundation. The dry down is warm and comfortable, lasting for hours on skin with moderate projection. It settles into a cozy, skin-scent quality in the final hours.
Azzaro Wanted is a true four-season fragrance, though it performs best in spring and fall. It works for office wear, casual outings, date nights, and just about any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing scent. Its blend of fresh citrus, warm spice, and sweet gourmand notes makes it easy to wear and easy to like. This is a safe blind buy for anyone looking for a versatile everyday fragrance.
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Sources
- La Rive The Hunting Man fragrantica.com