Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe — cheaper alternatives

Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum: released in 1998, almond, sweet and vanilla, about 5h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe?

The closest Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe we found is Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum — 91% match, about $175 (estimate) versus about $455 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum 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 Serge Lutens Rahat LoukoumProjection
1Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum91%about $175 (−62%)8h vs 5h6/10
2Montale Sweet Oriental Dream90%about $90 (−80%)9h vs 5h8/10
3Tesori d'Oriente Byzantium88%about $10 (−98%)6h vs 5h7/10
4Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum Eau Poudree87%about $175 (−62%)7h vs 5h5/10
5L'Erbolario Mandorla84%about $40 (−91%)5h vs 5h6/10
  1. Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum — 91% scent match

    Widely recognized for its interpretation of the Turkish delight profile, this scent offers a very close match to the sweet, nutty, and powdery reference.

    It shares its floral, sweet and almond accords with Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum, lasts about 8h against 5h and carries 1,284 community ratings.

  2. Montale Sweet Oriental Dream — 90% scent match

    A rich and dense composition that leans into the same nutty, honeyed almond territory as the reference, offering a powerful and long-lasting experience.

    It shares its almond, sweet and vanilla accords with Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum, lasts about 9h against 5h and carries 1,817 community ratings.

  3. Tesori d'Oriente Byzantium — 88% scent match

    This budget-friendly option captures the powdery almond and sweet floral essence of Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum with surprising depth and longevity.

    It shares its almond, vanilla and sweet accords with Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 2,508 community ratings.

  4. Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum Eau Poudree — 87% scent match

    A slightly airier and more powdery variation that maintains the core almond and vanilla sweetness characteristic of the reference.

    It shares its sweet, vanilla and almond accords with Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum, lasts about 7h against 5h and carries 561 community ratings.

  5. L'Erbolario Mandorla — 84% scent match

    Focuses heavily on the creamy, sweet almond profile, providing a soft and comforting scent that mirrors the heart of the reference perfume.

    It shares its almond, vanilla and nutty accords with Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 417 community ratings.

Which Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe is cheapest?

Tesori d'Oriente Byzantium, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 100% less than Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum.

Which Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe lasts longest?

Montale Sweet Oriental Dream, at about 9h on skin, against about 5h for Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum.

Which Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe is closest to the original?

Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Keiko Mecheri Loukhoum saves you about $410 a year against Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum. 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 Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, these cover it: Montale Sweet Oriental Dream (8.8h) — 1 of 5.

Serge Lutens Rahat Loukoum notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-27.