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Fellas, smell great for less! A list of the best high end fragrances and their cheaper alternatives!

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Dear reader, I have decided to give in to my hyperfixation of the last year or so and compile a list of some of the best mens fragrances and their clones. These come from my own research compiled from a variety of sources including my own personal te...
 
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CR7 is a clone of Armani Stronger With You Intensley.

This has a fresh, masculine scent that is woody, aromatic, and sweet. I have yet to personally try this one, but from what I have read, people say it is a good clone for colder months with decent projection and longevity. Some say they've gotten comp...

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.22 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Top notes: Papaya, Cardamom, Apple, Ice

Middle notes: Lavender, Violet, Elemi resin

Base notes: Tonka, Cedar, Guaiac wood, Sugar, Cashmere Wood, and Juniper berries.
CR7 Cristiano Ronaldo Game On Cologne 1 oz
 
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Afro Leather is a clone of Memos African Leather.

This has a designer vibe that is very wearable and easy to pull off. This is great for evenings or daytime in the colder months. It has a masculine, sweet leather smell to it.

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.29 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Top notes: Cardamom, Leather, Geranium

Middle notes: Patchouli, Cumin, Vetiver

Base notes: Geranium, Musk, Agarwood, Bergamot
Maison Alhambra Men's Afro Leather EDP 3.4 oz Fragrances 6291108736081
 
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Mawj Appletini is a clone of Kilian Apple Brandy.

This is fruity, warm spicy, and woody fragrance that has sweet and strong apple, vanilla, and brandy notes. This projects quite well and is good for any season.

It's current score on frgranatica is 4.25 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

 Top notes: Cardamom and Bergamot

Middle notes: Apple, Brandy, Rum, Pineapple, Vanilla, Moss

Base notes: Abroxan and Cedar
Paris Corner Mawj Applentini EDP 3.4 Fl Oz
 
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L'Aventure Knight is a clone of Creed Green Irish Tweed.

This scent is fresh, green, and aromatic with powdery citrus and ozonic notes. It is a well-blended and clean scent with strong projection and longevity.

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.05 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Top notes: Lemon Verbana, Bergamot, and Tea

Middle notes: Violet leaf and Iris

Base notes: Powdery notes, Ambergris, Musk, and Sandalwood
Al Haramain Men's Laventure Knight EDP Spray 3.4 oz (Tester) Fragrances 6291100134694
 
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Artisan Ethnique is a clone of Bornttostandout Sugar Addict.

Ethnique is sweet and warm, boozy and spicy, with a hint of smokiness to it. It also has caramel, cinnamon, and vanilla notes. One person on fragranatica said it smells like a cloud of powdered sugar and said they receive compliments from it. This is...

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.02 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Tope notes: Rum, Cinnamon, and Sugar

Middle notes: Caramel, Cofee, Cacao, and Oakmoss

Base notes: Vanilla, Cashmere Wood, Tonka, and Labdanum
Lattafa Pride Artisan Ethnique Eau de Parfum
 
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Rifaaqat Adorn is a clone of Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo.

Adorn is one of many great tuxedo clones out there with a bit of a twist. This scent is fresher and less dense, with notes of patchouli, earthy chocolate, vanilla, mandarin, and woods. Although a sophisticated fragrance, this may be an easier, more v...

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.36 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Tope notes: Pink Pepper, Coriander, Mandarin, and Violet

Middle notes: Cedar, Patchouli, and Oakmoss

Base notes: Ambergris, Vanilla, and Benzoin
Paris Corner Rifaaqat Unisex EDP 2.8 Fl Oz
 
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Mercedes-Benz Club Black EDT is actually not a clone, but shares some similarities to Parfums De Marley Althair.

This once hard-to-find fragrance is one of the best designer vanilla scents in the game. With notes of amber, vanilla, and balsamic, it will have you feeling warm and cozy throughout the fall season and at a price you just cannot beat! One user on fr...

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.5 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Tope note: Bergamot

Middle notes: Inscence and Jasmine

Base notes: Vanilla, Benzoin, Woodsy notes, and Ambroxan
Mercedes-Benz Club Black 100ml EDT Spray
 
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Montblanc Legend Spirit is a clone on Invictus Acqua by Paco Raban.

If the fresh and sweet type of DNA is your vibe, I've got great news for you. Legend Spirit will have you pulling compliments from those around you with it's main accords being citrus, aquatic, and musky. Some call this a fresh, dumb reach for every ...

It's current score on fragranatica is 4.10 out of 5 and it's note breakdown is as follows:

Top notes: Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper

Middle notes: Water notes, Lavender, and Cardamom

Base notes: White musk, White Woods, Cashmere Wood, and Oak moss
Mont Blanc Legend Spirit