Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe — cheaper alternatives

Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe: released in 2003, amber, smoky and vodka, about 8h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe?

The closest Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe we found is Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan — 85% match, about $120 (estimate) versus about $185.

The five closest scent matches — the best Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a full bottle, not live retailer prices.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. priceLongevity vs Parfum d'Empire Ambre RusseProjection
1Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan85%about $120 (−35%)7h vs 8h8/10
2Teo Cabanel Barkhane82%about $120 (−35%)6h vs 8h8/10
3Chanel Egoiste81%about $95 (−49%)7h vs 8h8/10
4Tom Ford Ébène Fumé79%about $295 (+59%)7h vs 8h7/10
5Vilhelm Parfumerie Chicago High78%about $210 (+14%)7h vs 8h8/10
  1. Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan — 85% scent match

    Evokes the opulent resinous amber warmth of Parfum d'Empire Ambre Sultan, leaning into a rich spicy herbal profile with deep balsamic tones.

    It shares its amber, aromatic and warm spicy accords with Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 7,877 community ratings.

  2. Teo Cabanel Barkhane — 82% scent match

    Delivers a luxurious amber and spicy profile that runs parallel to the opulent character of Ambre Russe with smooth resinous depth.

    It shares its amber, warm spicy and aromatic accords with Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe, lasts about 6h against 8h and carries 514 community ratings.

  3. Chanel Egoiste — 81% scent match

    Shares a sophisticated woody and warm spicy elegance reminiscent of Ambre Russe, featuring prominent cinnamon and rich aromatic nuances.

    It shares its warm spicy, cinnamon and aromatic accords with Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 7,286 community ratings.

  4. Tom Ford Ébène Fumé — 79% scent match

    Presents a smoky and warm spicy aura close to the atmospheric woods and resins found in Ambre Russe.

    It shares its amber, smoky and warm spicy accords with Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 3,368 community ratings.

  5. Vilhelm Parfumerie Chicago High — 78% scent match

    Captures a decadent celebratory ambiance reminiscent of the spirited champagne and rich accord style of Ambre Russe.

    It shares its leather, animalic and amber accords with Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe, opens on Champagne too, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 735 community ratings.

Which Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe is cheapest?

Chanel Egoiste, at about $95 (estimate) — around 50% less than Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe.

Which Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe lasts longest?

Chanel Egoiste, at about 7h on skin, against about 8h for Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe.

Which Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe dupe is closest to the original?

Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Parfum d'Empire Ambre Russe notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-05.