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Montblanc Explorer dupes
One fragrance is widely sold as a cheaper version of this. Ranked strongest match first.
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Sometimes 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 Maison Alhambra Encode a dupe of?
Maison Alhambra Encode is widely sold as a dupe of Montblanc Explorer.
Common questions about Montblanc Explorer dupes
What is the closest dupe to Montblanc Explorer?
Maison Alhambra Encode is the closest we have on record. Wearers name it more often than the alternatives, though agreement is not unanimous.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Montblanc Explorer?
Yes, though only one: Maison Alhambra Encode. It is the only fragrance we have found a first-hand comparison for.
Do Montblanc Explorer 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.
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Sources
- Maison Alhambra Encode reddit.com