Dior Poison Eau de Cologne: released in 1985, woody, amber and sweet, about 6h on skin, projection 9/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Dior Poison Eau de Cologne dupe we found is Jil Sander No. 4 — 86% match, about $100 (estimate) versus about $120 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Dior Poison Eau de Cologne dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Dior Poison Eau de Cologne | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jil Sander No. 4 | 86% | about $100 (−17%) | 7h vs 6h | 8/10 |
| 2 | Fragrance World Ace | 84% | about $25 (−79%) | 7h vs 6h | 5/10 |
| 3 | Maison Alhambra Zeno | 81% | about $15 (−87%) | 5h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Lalique Amethyst Exquise | 78% | about $40 (−67%) | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Rasasi Secret | 77% | about $20 (−83%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
This fragrance shares the complex, spicy, and tuberose-forward DNA, making it a highly regarded alternative for those seeking that specific 1980s powerhouse feel.
It shares its woody, powdery and white floral accords with Dior Poison Eau de Cologne, opens on Plum and Anise too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 2,081 community ratings.
A dedicated interpretation that mirrors the iconic plum, spice, and tuberose blend, delivering a remarkably similar impression for a fraction of the cost.
It shares its woody, warm spicy and balsamic accords with Dior Poison Eau de Cologne, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 223 community ratings.
This scent leans into the dark, balsamic, and fruity accords, providing a modern and accessible way to enjoy the classic profile of the reference.
It shares its woody, fruity and sweet accords with Dior Poison Eau de Cologne, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 128 community ratings.
Focusing on the dark berry and woody facets, this scent provides a sophisticated, fruit-forward profile that echoes the mysterious vibe of the reference.
It shares its fruity, sweet and powdery accords with Dior Poison Eau de Cologne, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 752 community ratings.
A balanced floral and woody composition that evokes the same mysterious and spicy aura found in the original, with a smooth, lingering dry-down.
It shares its white floral, fruity and powdery accords with Dior Poison Eau de Cologne, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 195 community ratings.
Maison Alhambra Zeno, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Dior Poison Eau de Cologne.
Jil Sander No. 4, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Dior Poison Eau de Cologne.
Jil Sander No. 4, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Jil Sander Jil Sander No. 4 saves you about $30 a year against Dior Poison Eau de Cologne. 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. Jil Sander Jil Sander No. 4 comes closest at 7.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Dior Poison Eau de Cologne notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-11-06.