The Spirit of Dubai Majalis: released in 2016, warm spicy, sweet and amber, about 9h on skin, projection 9/10, sillage 7/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest The Spirit of Dubai Majalis dupe we found is Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women — 84% match, about $40 (estimate) versus about $265 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best The Spirit of Dubai Majalis dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs The Spirit of Dubai Majalis | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women | 84% | about $40 (−85%) | 8h vs 9h | 8/10 |
| 2 | Natura Essencial Oud Pimenta | 80% | about $40 (−85%) | 8h vs 9h | 8/10 |
| 3 | Natura Essencial Safran | 76% | about $15 (−94%) | 8h vs 9h | 8/10 |
| 4 | Royal Glory Mystery | 71% | about $35 (−87%) | 8h vs 9h | 8/10 |
| 5 | Aramis Perfume Calligraphy | 78% | about $90 (−66%) | 7h vs 9h | 8/10 |
Shares a similar opulent, resinous, and spicy character to Majalis, offering a rich and complex experience at a much more accessible price point.
It shares its amber, woody and sweet accords with The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, opens on Pink Pepper too, lasts about 8h against 9h and carries 153 community ratings.
Evokes the woody, spicy, and incense-heavy profile of Majalis with a distinct, high-quality oud presence that feels sophisticated and warm.
It shares its warm spicy, woody and fruity accords with The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, lasts about 8h against 9h and carries 482 community ratings.
Features a prominent saffron note that aligns with the heart of Majalis, offering a warm and spicy profile that feels familiar and inviting.
It shares its warm spicy, woody and amber accords with The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, opens on Peach, Pink Pepper and Cardamom too, lasts about 8h against 9h and carries 162 community ratings.
A budget-friendly option that touches on the amber and woody accords of Majalis, providing a similar sense of depth and mystery.
It shares its warm spicy and amber accords with The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, lasts about 8h against 9h and carries 16 community ratings.
A bold, resinous composition that mirrors the incense and woody depth found in Majalis, leaning into a similarly dark and spicy aesthetic.
It shares its warm spicy and amber accords with The Spirit of Dubai Majalis, opens on Cardamom too, lasts about 7h against 9h and carries 339 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Natura Essencial Safran, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 95% less than The Spirit of Dubai Majalis.
Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women, at about 8h on skin, against about 9h for The Spirit of Dubai Majalis.
Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
The Spirit of Dubai Majalis itself sells from €425 (50 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women saves you about $330 a year against The Spirit of Dubai Majalis. 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, these cover it: Shaik Opulent Shaik Gold Edition for Women (8.3h), Natura Essencial Safran (8.3h), Royal Glory Mystery (8.3h) and Natura Essencial Oud Pimenta (8.0h) — 4 of 5.
The Spirit of Dubai Majalis notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-11-06.