IM : SOLE The Puppet: released in 2024, woody, aromatic and citrus, about 4h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest IM : SOLE The Puppet dupe we found is Lalique Encre Noire Sport — 80% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $210 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best IM : SOLE The Puppet dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs IM : SOLE The Puppet | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lalique Encre Noire Sport | 80% | about $20 (−90%) | 6h vs 4h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse | 80% | about $30 (−86%) | 4h vs 4h | 5/10 |
| 3 | Armaf Tres Nuit | 80% | about $20 (−90%) | 5h vs 4h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Maison Alhambra Versencia Oro | 80% | about $20 (−90%) | 5h vs 4h | 8/10 |
| 5 | Elizabeth Arden Green Tea | 78% | about $15 (−93%) | 3h vs 4h | 5/10 |
Leans into the woody and coniferous profile of the reference, providing a sophisticated, earthy dry-down that feels much more expensive than its price.
It shares its woody, aromatic and citrus accords with IM : SOLE The Puppet, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 7,281 community ratings.
Focuses on the sharp, zesty citrus and clean woody base that defines the reference, delivering a crisp and minimalist aromatic experience.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with IM : SOLE The Puppet, lasts about 4h against 4h and carries 1,840 community ratings.
Evokes a similar fresh, herbal, and slightly powdery vibe that aligns well with the aromatic heart of the reference perfume.
It shares its powdery, woody and citrus accords with IM : SOLE The Puppet, opens on Lemon too, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 3,556 community ratings.
Captures the bright citrus and aromatic neroli notes found in the reference, offering a clean and uplifting scent profile at a fraction of the cost.
It shares its aromatic, green and fresh spicy accords with IM : SOLE The Puppet, opens on Lemon too, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 197 community ratings.
Shares a similar crisp, green, and tea-infused character that feels light and airy, making it a great budget-friendly alternative for daily wear.
It shares its citrus, green and aromatic accords with IM : SOLE The Puppet, opens on Lemon and Bergamot too, lasts about 3h against 4h and carries 16,713 community ratings.
Elizabeth Arden Green Tea, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 95% less than IM : SOLE The Puppet.
Lalique Encre Noire Sport, at about 6h on skin, against about 4h for IM : SOLE The Puppet.
Lalique Encre Noire Sport, at 80% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Lalique Encre Noire Sport saves you about $275 a year against IM : SOLE The Puppet. 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. Lalique Encre Noire Sport comes closest at 5.9h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
IM : SOLE The Puppet notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-11-02.