Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe — cheaper alternatives

Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom: released in 2015, woody, green and marine, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe?

The closest Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe we found is Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio — 78% match, about $60 (estimate) versus about $105 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom 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 Penhaligon's Blasted BloomProjection
1Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio78%about $60 (−43%)5h vs 6h8/10
2Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme82%about $70 (−33%)5h vs 6h4/10
3James Heeley Sel Marin77%about $75 (−29%)5h vs 6h6/10
4Maison Matine Tu Te Calmes73%about $80 (−24%)5h vs 6h5/10
5ZARKOPERFUME INCEPTION70%about $90 (−14%)6h vs 6h6/10
  1. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio — 78% scent match

    Evokes the same breezy, aquatic, and green atmosphere found in Blasted Bloom, leaning into a classic fresh profile that feels familiar and accessible.

    It shares its aromatic, marine and woody accords with Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 25,724 community ratings.

  2. Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme — 82% scent match

    Shares a similar bracing marine and aromatic character to Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, offering a refreshing oceanic experience at a much lower price point.

    It shares its marine, aromatic and woody accords with Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 8,202 community ratings.

  3. James Heeley Sel Marin — 77% scent match

    Focuses on the raw, salty, and mossy elements of the sea, echoing the earthy and marine qualities present in the Penhaligon's fragrance.

    It shares its marine, aromatic and green accords with Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 1,726 community ratings.

  4. Maison Matine Tu Te Calmes — 73% scent match

    Captures a similar crisp, green, and aromatic essence that mirrors the refreshing nature of Blasted Bloom in a modern, minimalist composition.

    It shares its green, woody and aromatic accords with Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 289 community ratings.

  5. ZARKOPERFUME INCEPTION — 70% scent match

    Offers a complex, aquatic, and woody profile that sits in the same family as Blasted Bloom, providing a unique and airy scent experience.

    It shares its marine, aromatic and green accords with Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 445 community ratings.

Which Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe is cheapest?

Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio, at about $60 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 45% less than Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom.

Which Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe lasts longest?

ZARKOPERFUME INCEPTION, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom.

Which Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe is closest to the original?

Bvlgari Aqva Pour Homme, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio saves you about $65 a year against Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom. 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 Penhaligon's Blasted Bloom dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. ZARKOPERFUME INCEPTION comes closest at 5.5h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

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Updated 2026-11-07.