Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe — cheaper alternatives

Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or: released in 2025, powdery, warm spicy and cacao, about 8h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe?

The closest Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe we found is Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Tonka — 85% match, about $50 (estimate) versus about $120 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or 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.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Nikos Sculpture Vague d'OrProjection
1Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Tonka85%about $50 (−58%)7h vs 8h7/10
2Lattafa Perfumes Khamrah83%about $25 (−79%)8h vs 8h8/10
3Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Amber Infusion79%about $55 (−54%)7h vs 8h8/10
4Histoires de Parfums 172578%about $105 (−12%)6h vs 8h7/10
5Jean Paul Gaultier Kokorico82%about $80 (−33%)7h vs 8h6/10
  1. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Tonka — 85% scent match

    Evokes the sweet, powdery, and warm spicy character of Sculpture Vague d'Or, leaning into a rich and comforting ambery profile.

    It shares its vanilla, sweet and warm spicy accords with Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or, opens on Almond too, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 1,577 community ratings.

  2. Lattafa Perfumes Khamrah — 83% scent match

    Showcases a heavy dose of cinnamon and rich vanilla sweetness that acts as a great affordable stand-in for Sculpture Vague d'Or.

    It shares its sweet, warm spicy and vanilla accords with Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or, opens on Cinnamon and Bergamot too, lasts about 8h against 8h and carries 30,398 community ratings.

  3. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Amber Infusion — 79% scent match

    Brings a dense and inviting warmth that captures the cozy, sweet profile of Sculpture Vague d'Or at a budget-friendly price point.

    It shares its warm spicy and powdery accords with Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or, opens on Cardamom too, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 138 community ratings.

  4. Histoires de Parfums 1725 — 78% scent match

    Features a soft, warm, and spicy vanilla sweetness that sits comfortably in the same family as Sculpture Vague d'Or.

    It shares its powdery and vanilla accords with Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 8h and carries 1,759 community ratings.

  5. Jean Paul Gaultier Kokorico — 82% scent match — discontinued

    Shares a distinct cacao-forward sweetness that mirrors the decadent heart and base notes found in Sculpture Vague d'Or.

    It shares its warm spicy and cacao accords with Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 2,415 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe is cheapest?

Lattafa Perfumes Khamrah, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 80% less than Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or.

Which Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe lasts longest?

Lattafa Perfumes Khamrah, at about 8h on skin, against about 8h for Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or.

Which Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe is closest to the original?

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Tonka, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or itself sells from £57.8 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Tonka saves you about $100 a year against Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or. 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 Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Lattafa Perfumes Khamrah comes closest at 7.7h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Nikos Sculpture Vague d'Or notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-10-24.