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Spirit Animal
Dua list this as their take on Animalique. It goes after the same animalic, slightly feral warmth over sandalwood and tobacco.
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Byredo
Byredo Animalique dupes
One fragrance is widely sold as a cheaper version of this. Ranked strongest match first.
Search Amazon for AnimaliqueWhat Byredo Animalique smells like
Like mimosa and violet resting on tobacco-scented suede, bergamot and lemon adding a citrus brightness to the amber warmth
- Top
- Bergamot · Lemon
- Heart
- Violet · Mimosa
- Base
- Suede · Amber · Tobacco Leaf
Main accords: powdery, leather, violet, musky, amber, tobacco. 2023 · Eau de Parfum
What smells like Byredo Animalique
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What each of these dupes
What is The Dua Brand Spirit Animal a dupe of?
The Dua Brand Spirit Animal is widely sold as a dupe of Byredo Animalique. Dua list this as their take on Animalique. It goes after the same animalic, slightly feral warmth over sandalwood and tobacco.
Common questions about Byredo Animalique dupes
What is the closest dupe to Byredo Animalique?
The Dua Brand Spirit Animal is the closest we have on record. Wearers name it more often than the alternatives, though agreement is not unanimous. Dua list this as their take on Animalique. It goes after the same animalic, slightly feral warmth over sandalwood and tobacco.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Byredo Animalique?
Yes, though only one: The Dua Brand Spirit Animal. It is the only fragrance we have found a first-hand comparison for.
Do Byredo Animalique 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 The Dua Brand Spirit Animal, for instance: Dua list this as their take on Animalique. It goes after the same animalic, slightly feral warmth over sandalwood and tobacco.
What does Byredo Animalique smell like?
Like mimosa and violet resting on tobacco-scented suede, bergamot and lemon adding a citrus brightness to the amber warmth It opens on Bergamot, Lemon.
About Byredo Animalique
Animalique is a unisex floral leather EDP from Byredo, released in 2023. The name references its animalic character, which comes from a combination of suede, tobacco, and the slightly waxy quality of mimosa. Bergamot and lemon open brightly, violet and mimosa form a soft floral heart, and suede, amber, and tobacco close it with warm, slightly animalic depth.
Bergamot and lemon open with a bright, clean citrus character. It's a classic, fresh start that sets up the more interesting middle and base.
Violet and mimosa form the heart. The violet is slightly powdery and cool, and the mimosa is soft with a honeyed warmth. Together they create a gentle, slightly feminine floral middle.
Suede, amber, and tobacco leaf close the fragrance. The suede is soft and slightly powdery-animalic, the amber adds warmth, and the tobacco leaf contributes a dry, slightly sweet smokiness. The base is more interesting than the opening suggests.
Good year-round. A soft, approachable fragrance with a surprisingly distinctive base — works well for casual everyday use.
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Sources
- The Dua Brand Spirit Animal theduabrand.com