Arquiste Anima Dulcis: released in 2012, warm spicy, cacao and vanilla, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Arquiste Anima Dulcis dupe we found is Ojar Halwa Kiss Eau de Parfum — 80% match, about $140 (estimate) versus about $100 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Arquiste Anima Dulcis dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Arquiste Anima Dulcis | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ojar Halwa Kiss Eau de Parfum | 80% | about $140 (+40%) | 6h vs 6h | 8/10 |
| 2 | Kate Walsh Boyfriend | 72% | about $65 (−35%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Le Couvent Maison de Parfum Hattai | 82% | about $45 (−55%) | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Pinrose Gilded Fox | 78% | about $65 (−35%) | 5h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Rabanne Black XS for Her | 75% | about $50 (−50%) | 6h vs 6h | 8/10 |
Brings a similar confectionary warmth reminiscent of Anima Dulcis, though softer in its projection.
It shares its sweet, warm spicy and vanilla accords with Arquiste Anima Dulcis, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 355 community ratings.
Shares the warm spiced balsamic vibe found in Anima Dulcis, wrapped in a comforting cloud of sweet notes.
It shares its warm spicy, cacao and sweet accords with Arquiste Anima Dulcis, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 448 community ratings.
Exhibits a cozy cocoa-and-spice profile that places it in the same family as Anima Dulcis.
It shares its warm spicy, cacao and powdery accords with Arquiste Anima Dulcis, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 233 community ratings.
Blends similar sweet cranberry and dark cocoa nuances, echoing the gourmand spirit of Anima Dulcis.
It shares its warm spicy, cacao and vanilla accords with Arquiste Anima Dulcis, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 9,561 community ratings.
Presents a warm, woody, and resinous sweetness that feels adjacent to the spicy heart of Anima Dulcis.
It shares its sweet, warm spicy and powdery accords with Arquiste Anima Dulcis, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 727 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Le Couvent Maison de Parfum Hattai, at about $45 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than Arquiste Anima Dulcis.
Ojar Halwa Kiss Eau de Parfum, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Arquiste Anima Dulcis.
Le Couvent Maison de Parfum Hattai, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Ojar Halwa Kiss Eau de Parfum actually costs about $60 a year MORE than Arquiste Anima Dulcis. 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.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Ojar Halwa Kiss Eau de Parfum comes closest at 6.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Arquiste Anima Dulcis notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-10-08.