Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe — cheaper alternatives

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu: released in 2023, citrus, oud and woody, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe?

The closest Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe we found is Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud — 82% match, about $240 (estimate) versus about $145 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud YuzuProjection
1Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud82%about $240* (+66%)7h vs 6h8/10
2Diptyque Oyedo Eau de Toilette78%about $160* (+10%)4h vs 6h5/10
3John Varvatos Artisan Pure78%about $65* (−55%)5h vs 6h6/10
4Maison Martin Margiela Under The Lemon Tree76%about $150* (+3%)4h vs 6h5/10
5Jeanne en Provence Néroli Intense76%about $20* (−86%)4h vs 6h5/10
  1. Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud — 82% scent match

    Blends prominent citrus elements with a rich oud and woody foundation, touching upon the deeper profile of Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

    It shares its woody, citrus and oud accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 1,086 community ratings.

  2. Diptyque Oyedo Eau de Toilette — 78% scent match

    Captures a sharp, zesty yuzu-forward experience reminiscent of the bright citrus characteristics in Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and green accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, opens on Yuzu too, lasts about 4h against 6h and carries 2,700 community ratings.

  3. John Varvatos Artisan Pure — 78% scent match

    Brings a similar energetic burst of fresh citruses and green woods reminiscent of the bright opening in Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and woody accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 4,798 community ratings.

  4. Maison Martin Margiela Under The Lemon Tree — 76% scent match

    Evokes a clean citrus-and-wood ambiance similar to the refreshing outdoor feel of Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

    It shares its citrus, green and woody accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, lasts about 4h against 6h and carries 4,599 community ratings.

  5. Jeanne en Provence Néroli Intense — 76% scent match

    Shares a vibrant, sun-drenched citrus and green aura in the same family as Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, emphasizing refreshing floral tones.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and woody accords with Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu, lasts about 4h against 6h and carries 676 community ratings.

Which Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe is cheapest?

Jeanne en Provence Néroli Intense, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

Which Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe lasts longest?

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu.

Which Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe is closest to the original?

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu itself sells from £105 (75 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud actually costs about $140 a year MORE than Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.

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

Will a Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud comes closest at 7.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Forte Oud Yuzu notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-10-13.