Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe — cheaper alternatives

Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum: released in 2018, warm spicy, amber and fruity, about 8h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe?

The closest Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe we found is Banana Republic 17 Oud Mosaic — 84% match, about $50 (estimate) versus about $80 for a 100 ml bottle.

The four closest scent matches — the best Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 4 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden PlumProjection
1Banana Republic 17 Oud Mosaic84%about $50 (−37%)6h vs 8h6/10
2Laura Biagiotti Venezia82%about $40 (−50%)7h vs 8h5/10
3Alexandria Fragrances Plum Lucky90%about $35 (−56%)7h vs 8h6/10
4Les Senteurs Gourmandes Prune Jasmin81%about $40 (−50%)5h vs 8h5/10
  1. Banana Republic 17 Oud Mosaic — 84% scent match

    Brings a similar spicy oud richness that echoes the woody depth found in Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

    It shares its oud, warm spicy and amber accords with Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum, lasts about 6h against 8h and carries 639 community ratings.

  2. Alexandria Fragrances Plum Lucky — 90% scent match

    A fruity and spicy profile that sits comfortably in the same family as Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

    It shares its sweet and fruity accords with Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 28 community ratings.

  3. Les Senteurs Gourmandes Prune Jasmin — 81% scent match

    Centers around a sweet plum accord that feels like a softer cousin to Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

    It shares its fruity, sweet and warm spicy accords with Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum, lasts about 5h against 8h and carries 38 community ratings.

  4. Laura Biagiotti Venezia — 82% scent match — discontinued

    Features a rich, resinous fruitiness reminiscent of the opulent amber and spice in Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

    It shares its fruity, amber and sweet accords with Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 1,655 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe is cheapest?

Alexandria Fragrances Plum Lucky, at about $35 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe lasts longest?

Laura Biagiotti Venezia, at about 7h on skin, against about 8h for Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum.

Which Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe is closest to the original?

Alexandria Fragrances Plum Lucky, at 90% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Banana Republic 17 Oud Mosaic saves you about $45 a year against Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 4 last a full 8 hours. Laura Biagiotti Venezia comes closest at 7.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-10-05.