16 Zara Perfume Dupes So Good You’ll Think They’re Designer

Sweet praline, soft jasmine and sumptuous sandalwood take centre stage in Zara's delightful Fields At Nightfall, which remains a popular scent for the brand. One of Zara's bestselling fragrances, many have likened it to the ever alluring Zadig & Voltaire This is Her! which is also loaded with an intoxicating blend of jasmine and sandalwood. And, intoxicating it is indeed, while some where it as an everyday scent, I much prefer it on those special occasions when I don't mind turning a few heads. Shop Zara's much loved scent below, or Zadig & Voltaire This is Her!, £77.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer says, 'I was sceptical of Zara's alleged dupe for the well loved Zadig & Voltaire This is Her! not least because I adore the original scent and have been schooled by the brand's experts about its enduring and unique brilliance. Those lessons still stand, but Zara's take on the popular scent is very convincing. It is light but multifaceted with a creamy warmth that enveloped instead of overwhelming. Overtime it becomes subtle, so if you're looking to pack a punch for the whole day, you'll need to keep it on hand and reapply a few times.'

If you want to smell expensive on a budget, look no further than Zara's Red Temptation, which is a near-perfect dupe for the Maison Francis Baccarat Rouge. With corresponding top notes of sensual jasmine and rich saffron, and middle notes of amber and moss, these two scents are practically indistinguishable. There are a few Baccarat Rouge dupes on the high street to choose from. However, you can grab Zara's £22.99 Red Temptation or the Maison Francis Baccarat Rouge, £245.

Georgia Scott, beauty & fashion product writer for Bauer Media, says: 'Much like the rest of us, I wanted to try out the viral dupe of the Baccarat Rouge fragrance from Maison Francis Kurkdijan - Red Temptation from Zara has been spotted all over TikTok for giving the £235 fragrance some tough competition. If you love an intense, oud-y scent - I'd definitely recommend this fragrance. To top it off, it lasts on your skin and clothing for hours and I have to say, I'm always guaranteed to receive compliments whenever I wear it - need we say more?'

Zara’s Sand Desert At Sunset isn’t to be sniffed at – if you’ll pardon the pun. It’s a fragrance with depth thanks to top notes of incense and orange, a heart of cinnamon, tonka bean and chocolate, and base notes of cedar and iris. Yum. Keen noses will instantly recognise its similarity to Granado’s Tonka, £49.30. A little goes a long way, and it sits on the skin beautifully.

Rachael Martin, Grazia beauty editor, says: 'Zara's Desert at Sunset was all over my TikTok so consider me intrigued. If you love an intense, summer-time ready scent then this one is likely to reel in the compliments.'

Nope, this is not a drill. YSL's Black Opium - a scent we all know and love - has met its match with Zara's £15.99 Gardenia. Lying at the heart of these silky white floral fragrance perfumes are notes of peach, raspberry, orange blossom and black coffee, with base notes of vanilla to take the sweet and fruity edge off . The result? A sweet and spicy fragrance that is addictive, in every sense of the word, much like YSL's decadent original scent, which also blends vanilla and dark, roasted coffee with the softness of white flowers and orange blossom. Shop Zara's incredible dupe Gardenia, or YSL's Black Opium, £76.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'The day I got my hands on a black bedazzled vessel of YSL's Black Opium was the day I got my first grown-up fragrance. It was rich, heady, intoxicating and utterly distinguishable, so how can anything really ever compare? Well, surprisingly, Zara Gardenia took a good whack at it. It features very (very) similar notes bar a few notable ingredients like pear accord and mandarin essence, but it still manages to carry a similar bold femininity.'

Light, sweet and delicate are the most fitting words to describe Chanel Chance along with its high street counterpart: Zara Applejuice. Both scents sit within the fruity, floral fragrance category and share a similar profile, mainly byway of grapefruit. The latter includes a fruity cocktail of apple, orange and pink grapefruit for ultra freshness that is balanced by dainty peony and violet to create a romantic and tender scent experience. Shop Zara's £8.99 high street version or Chanel's Chance Eau Tendre, £73.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'On first sniff, this is certainly fruity and sharp, but its liveliness settles over time to reveal a soft, subtle and sweetness that can perk up your mood in an instant. While it lacks the same warmth and depth boasted by Chanel's Chance Eau Tendre, it excludes a familiar sensuality that you'll likely come back to time and time again.'

Both Lancôme's La Vie Est Belle and Zara's Red Vanilla are reminiscent of fresh bouquets on a warm spring day. Although less than half the price, Red Vanilla holds its own against the high-end equivalent, with floral notes of red peony and iris, tangy tangerine, blackcurrant and raspberry, all encased on a bed of creamy vanilla. Shop the high street £15.99 version or the Lancôme La Vie Est Belle, £66.50.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'This is by far one of the best standouts in Zara's fragrance range. The warm, spicy floral is guaranteed to turn heads and there is good reason for why it takes up a spot in the brand's Night Collection – sensual and sophisticated, it is the perfect scent for date night.'

Few fragrances are as recognisable as YSL's iconic packaging and if you love a warm, rich, and intense scent YSL's Libre Intense, £105, is the perfume for you. Libre Intense blends together a white floral bouquet of jasmine and orange flower with aromatic lavender, which are the exact notes that fearure in Zara's opulent Golden Decade. Zara's £22 take on the classic designer scent is a convincing replica thanks to its focus on all that is warm and sweet. Sensual and utterly seductive, it is certainly an indulgent pick, much like the original.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'If you like warm, heady, robust scents that are guaranteed to linger in the air long after you've left the room, Zara's Golden Decade is worth your attention. I am drawn to warm scents that boast depth and character thanks to a complex fragrance profile, and found this dupe really met the mark. Obsessed.'

Miss Dior is one of those instantly recognisable fragrances; the floral scent is both fresh and sensual, much like Zara's £19.99 Nude Bouquet. Zara's Miss Dior dupe contains notes of cherry, peony and vanilla, to produce an almost-identical vibrant and powdery fragrance which leaves a mark. Shop the Zara dupe, or the original Miss Dior, £152.15.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'I'll be completely honest, floral scents aren't my first choice of fragrance, but Zara's Nude Bouquet has certainly given me food for thought. It is soft, feminine and totally grown up, making it a chic choice for those (like me) who usually turn up their nose at anything offensively flower focused.'

Zara's charming fragrance Orchid, £15.99, is loaded with fresh and floral notes of rose, lily of the valley as well as fruity accords including peach and apple. It is warm and earthy, too, thanks to a rich base of musk, wood and amber. If it smells familiar, that may be because many have likened it to Victoria's Secret Bombshell, £59. Both are as unapologetically feminine and bright as each other.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'This is an ultra-sweet scent that commands attention. While I found it certainly packed a punch on first spritz, once settled onto my skin the scent took on a more soapy, sensual facet presumably thanks to the inclusion of vanilla and orchid, which I found balanced the perfume perfectly.'

Le Labo Santal 33 is a cult classic fragrance that is adored by beauty editors and fragrance buffs the world over, and it has come represent New York based on its mass popularity in the city during the 2010s. When we tell you that Zara Energetically New York smells insanely similar, we mean it. With notes of spicy cardamon, fragrant jasmine and spicy sandalwood, it is vibrant, fresh and full of vigor. Plus, it is a part of the collection created in collaboration with Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves - so you know it's going to be seriously good.

Sameeha Shaikh, Grazia beauty writer, says: 'It's hard to compete with an industry titan as great as Le Labo's Santal 33 and while Zara Energetically New York features some similar qualities (namely spicy, woody notes), the cult classic is certainly within a league of its own. That said, Zara's iteration makes a good play for it with a sophisticated and equally addictive offering.'

Sharing notes of vert de bergamot and spearmint, Zara's Waterlily Tea Dress is almost identical to the internet sensation that is Byredo's Gypsy Water. Both fragrances combine citrus and woody notes, resulting in an enchanting scent that is the definition of an It girl. Shop Zara's £15.99 version or the original Byredo Gypsy Water, £135.

Rachael Martin, Grazia beauty editor, says: 'This delicate, gentle scent is the epitome of femininity. It's a silky, slip dress in scent form. It's subtle, yes, but that's part of its appeal. I'll be stocking up.'

Zara don't just offer excellent perfume alternatives for women, oh no - the brand has also ventured into men's scents too. The Vetiver Pamplemousse fragrance from Zara is often mistaken for the fresh yet deep notes of Tom Ford's Grey Vetiver, £91.80 - the designer counterpart of which usually retails for over £100. Plus, this fragrance is a little bit of a complicated one, which starts with a strong bright citrus blend of grapefruit and lemon before fading to a woody vetiver base.

Rachael Martin, Grazia beauty editor, says: 'Tom Ford scents are my ultimate beauty indulgence. Nothing makes me feel quite so elevated and put-together. I did appreciate the similarity here. It's deliciously fresh, which makes sense given Jo Malone was the nose behind it. That said, no one can sway me from Grey Vetiver - it just has that something special.

Listen, we LOVE a Prada scent on the Grazia beauty desk, but they aren't exactly a bargain - although Prada Paradoxe, £72 is worth the money. Known for its blooming, neroli notes the Zara alternative, Vibrant Caramel has been making waves as an excellent option. Citrusy yet floral, TikTok creators are going wild for this one.

Rachael Martin, Grazia beauty editor, says: 'Nothing reels in the compliments quite like Prada. Case in point? Paradoxe, which has become something of a cult classic. Vibrant Caramel has the same, addictive quality. And it is pretty long lasting too - something of a rarity where dupes are concerned.

Jo Malone London fragrances are major, but they are also notoriously expensive. Case in point, its signature Wood Sage & Sea Salt, £118, while a solid fan favourite it is by no means cheap. However, if you want to save yourself some cash, the Zara alternative Ebony Wood goes for just £30. With notes of grapefruit, cypress and pink pepper, as well as a heart of coffee and base of patchouli and vetiver, this dupe takes aim at the original in a big way.

Tom Ford's Lost Cherry? It's delicious, yes. But it is £180. Which is where Zara comes in. Cherry smoothie is, quite literally, what the name would suggest. Like Tom Ford its a deep, fruity mesh of cherries combined with creams and woods. It's not as long-lasting, but it is delicious.

As this Zara perfume was actually created with Jo Malone herself, it's no wonder that it smells so similar to her iconic Orange Blossom scent. Once spritz reveals gorgeous creamy florals combined with delicious spritzes of clementine. A total no brainer.

Rachael Martin, Grazia beauty editor, says: 'If you're after a new, bargain, summer inspired scent then consider this your go to. I'll be wearing this one alongside brown leather sandals and a broderie dress. It's fresh, youthful, and feminine.'